President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has urged the public to embrace Islamic principles and respect Maldivian values, adding this would provide spiritual fulfilment and prosperity.
He made the remarks during his special National Identity Revival Day address.
The President emphasised the importance of reviving the concept of national identity among Maldivians through the integration of intellectual and modern principles, as well as the incorporation of modern technology. In this regard, President Dr Muizzu affirmed commitment to preserving national identity guided by the principles of Islam and the teachings of the Holy Quran to deter harmful influences while promoting positive values within the society.
Adding that a nation’s cultural framework is based on their worldview, the President stated that the moral teachings of Islam govern societal cultures and customs in the Maldives. The President emphasised that embracing and upholding Islam has been the defining factor of Maldivian national identity.
The President noted the significance of National Identity Revival Day coinciding with Ramadan this year, emphasising the role of Islam in shaping nationhood in the Maldives. He credited the teachings of Islam in upholding human dignity, deterring from wrongdoing, fostering respect for leadership, contributing to religious infrastructure, and values such as honesty and offering regular prayers within society.
President Dr Muizzu described national identity as one that is deeply rooted in the conscience of Maldivians for the millennia that the Maldives has been inhabited. In this regard, he stated that our national identity accumulated through shared experiences, cultures, population growth, and shared beliefs that have led to the continuity of our existence.
The National Identity Revival Day, the President stated, holds great significance for the Maldives as it remains the foundation for nationhood.
