Vice President Faisal Naseem has inaugurated a program run by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs to teach the Holy Quran to those residing abroad. The function was held this morning at the Islamic Centre.
Speaking at the ceremony the Vice President said the government accords equal precedence to fulfilling the needs of all citizens, both at home and abroad.
Adding that the government keeps close contact with those residing abroad, he said the inauguration of the online program would also allow them to pursue their Qiraʼat certifications.
Emphasizing the administration’s commitment to strengthening and promoting Islamic principles, the Vice President described the National Quran Competition held last year during the trying times of the Covid-19 pandemic as a success.
He applauded the role of the National Centre for the Holy Quran and the Ministry of Islamic Affairs in facilitating online outreach programs for Maldivian students.
Maldivian students residing in Malaysia, India, and Sri Lanka are enrolled in the program that offers three levels of certificate courses.
