Maldives has the support of the international community: President

President Dr Mohamed Waheed Hassan Manik has said that Maldives has the support and cooperation of the international community.

The President made this statement while speaking to reporters at the official jetty after his visit to the UK to attend the ceremony to celebrate sixty years as queen by Queen Elizabeth II.

“We have the support of the international community. They have full confidence that we will move forward with our nation peacefully,” the President said.

He also said that he got the chance to meet British Prime Minister David Cameron, and that he responded to Cameron’s inquiries by assuring him that the government will cooperate with all concerned groups.

Referring to the events of 7 February, the President said that despite untrue stories having been spread about what had happened, people are now informed of the truth. He stressed the importance of the work of the Commission of National Inquiry in this regard.

He also said that the issue of 7 February was not discussed officially with anyone, however, some discussions were held in relation to peace and order in Maldives.

“No such talks took place officially. However everyone wished for things to proceed peacefully in Maldives. We said that the biggest task at hand is to cooperate with all groups in order to proceed peacefully,” President Waheed said.