President returns thalassemia bill for further review

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President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has opted not to ratify an amendment to the Thalassemia Control Act, sending it back to parliament on Wednesay for additional revisions. The proposed amendment sought to mandate a special program for thalassemia carriers before marriage. The amendment, initially introduced on June 23rd, received parliamentary approval on August 6th. However, the President's Office stated that the bill was