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PCB Removes CEO From Fisheries SOE

The Privatization and Corporatization Board (PCB) removed Ahmed Shamah Rasheed as CEO of state-owned MIFCO. Rasheed had been suspended twice, with the most recent suspension lifted on 24 April. He was suspended with salary during an inquiry into corporate governance issues, accused of hiring relatives and misusing company resources, which he denied. Separately, the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) reversed promotions of over 100 employees at MIFCO facilities on Felivaru and Koohddoo islands ahead of the 2024 parliamentary elections.

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May 22, 2024

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The Privatization and Corporatization Board (PCB) removed Ahmed Shamah Rasheed as CEO of state-owned MIFCO. Rasheed had been suspended twice, with the most recent suspension lifted on 24 April. He was suspended with salary during an inquiry into corporate governance issues, accused of hiring relatives and misusing company resources, which he denied. Separately, the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) reversed promotions of over 100 employees at MIFCO facilities on Felivaru and Koohddoo islands ahead of the 2024 parliamentary elections.

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