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Faisal and Azim urge government to disclose full details of Eagle Hills' proposed Ras Male' project to the public

Former Vice President Faisal Naseem and Male' City Mayor Adam Azim called for full public disclosure of all details of Eagle Hills' planned "Maldives Waterfront and Marina" project in Ras Male'. In a press release and joint statement they accused the current administration of secrecy and obstruction, opposed the project, and warned of financial, social and religious consequences.

Latest Faisal demands public disclosure of Rasmale' details Adhadhu (English), 31 Oct, 09:30

latest 31 Oct, 09:30

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Reports2one each
Reported over37 h 18 minfirst to latest report
Figures3as written, with their sentences

What happened

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  • Wed 11 Nov The government aims to sign the definitive agreement for the project. Adhadhu (English) 2 sources
  1. Mon 21 Sep
    Commercial terms to sell 500 hectares of Ras Malé to Eagle Hills were signed. Fushidhiggaru lagoon September 21 only Adhadhu (English) The commercial terms to sell 500 hectares of Ras Malé—an area currently being reclaimed in Fushidhiggaru lagoon using state funds—to Eagle Hills were signed on September 21.

    Word for word from the report in Adhadhu (English). Open the report

  2. Wed 11 Nov
    The government aims to sign the definitive agreement for the project. November 11 only Adhadhu (English) newest The government aims to sign the definitive agreement on November 11, which coincides with the Maldives' Republic Day.

    Word for word from the report in Adhadhu (English). Open the report

Who said what

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  • The government is actively working to obstruct efforts by opposition political figures and independent journalists to clarify these issues.

    Faisal Naseem's campaign team (press statement) Adhadhu (English) Open the report (Adhadhu (English))

  • It is entirely unacceptable to proceed with a project carrying such significant risks against the will of the people. If this project continues in its current form, the Maldivian people will face irreparable financial and social damage.

    Faisal Naseem's campaign team (press statement) Adhadhu (English) Open the report (Adhadhu (English))

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  1. Sat 31 Oct1 report
  2. Thu 29 Oct1 report

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Every outlet's headline usesfaisaldetailspublic
Raajje (English)News outlet

Faisal and Azim urge government to disclose full details of Eagle Hills' proposed Ras Male' project to the public

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Adhadhu (English)News outlet

Faisal demands public disclosure of Rasmale' details

500 hectares Area of Ras Malé to be sold to Eagle Hills
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37 h 18 min later Open at outlet(opens the report at Adhadhu (English))

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Who reported it, and when

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  1. Raajje (English) 29 Oct, 20:11 · first report
  2. Adhadhu (English) 31 Oct, 09:30 · 37 h 18 min later
29 Oct, 20:1131 Oct, 09:30

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  • Area of Ras Malé to be sold to Eagle Hills 500 hectares Adhadhu (English) The commercial terms to sell 500 hectares of Ras Malé—an area currently being reclaimed in Fushidhiggaru lagoon using state funds—to Eagle Hills were signed on September 21.

    Word for word from Adhadhu (English). Open the report

  • Lease term stated by the government 99 years Adhadhu (English) While the government maintains that Rasmalé is being leased for 99 years, Mohamed Alabbar’s Eagle Hills has stated that if the property is sold before the initial 99-year lease expires, a new 99-year lease term will commence.

    Word for word from Adhadhu (English). Open the report

  • Share of the nation described as Muslim 100 percent Adhadhu (English) Additionally, the statement highlighted that the project poses a threat to the religious unity and social stability of the 100 percent Muslim nation, noting widespread public concern and dissatisfaction regarding the government's approach.

    Word for word from Adhadhu (English). Open the report

  • Eagle Hills plans to develop the "Maldives Waterfront and Marina" project in Ras Male' Raajje (English) the "Maldives Waterfront and Marina" project, which Eagle Hills plans to develop in Ras Male'.

    Word for word from Raajje (English). Open the report

  • Commercial terms to sell 500 hectares of Ras Malé to Eagle Hills were signed. September 21 Adhadhu (English) The commercial terms to sell 500 hectares of Ras Malé—an area currently being reclaimed in Fushidhiggaru lagoon using state funds—to Eagle Hills were signed on September 21.

    Word for word from Adhadhu (English). Open the report

  • The government aims to sign the definitive agreement for the project. November 11 Adhadhu (English) The government aims to sign the definitive agreement on November 11, which coincides with the Maldives' Republic Day.

    Word for word from Adhadhu (English). Open the report

Figures in these reports

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  • 500 hectares Area of Ras Malé to be sold to Eagle Hills Adhadhu (English) The commercial terms to sell 500 hectares of Ras Malé—an area currently being reclaimed in Fushidhiggaru lagoon using state funds—to Eagle Hills were signed on September 21.

    Word for word from the report in Adhadhu (English). Open the report

  • 99 years Lease term stated by the government Adhadhu (English) While the government maintains that Rasmalé is being leased for 99 years, Mohamed Alabbar’s Eagle Hills has stated that if the property is sold before the initial 99-year lease expires, a new 99-year lease term will commence.

    Word for word from the report in Adhadhu (English). Open the report

  • 100 percent Share of the nation described as Muslim Adhadhu (English) Additionally, the statement highlighted that the project poses a threat to the religious unity and social stability of the 100 percent Muslim nation, noting widespread public concern and dissatisfaction regarding the government's approach.

    Word for word from the report in Adhadhu (English). Open the report

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  • Eagle Hills plans to develop the "Maldives Waterfront and Marina" project in Ras Male' Ras Male' Raajje (English) the "Maldives Waterfront and Marina" project, which Eagle Hills plans to develop in Ras Male'.

    Word for word from the report in Raajje (English). Open the report

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