The Majlis has approved Ahmed Munawar for the position of Governor of the Central Bank of the Maldives (MMA), following a unanimous vote by the PNC-majority House. Munawar, currently an advisor to the Finance Minister and a former Finance Minister himself, is set to succeed Ali Hashim, who was recently removed from office. The decision to appoint Munawar comes after Parliament passed a resolution recommending Hashim’s dismissal. President Mohammed Muizzu acted swiftly on this recommendation, officially removing Hashim and proposing Munawar’s appointment on the same day. The parliamentary vote was supported by all 78 members present, with Vice-President Ahmed Nazim … Continue reading Majlis Approves Ahmed Munawar for Central Bank Governorship