The Maldives Correctional Service is reviewing the leniency granted to former President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom, citing repeated violations of the concessions agreement, after he spoke at a Progressive Party of Maldives rally. MCS first said it was investigating, then revised its stance to say the case is now under review.
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who was sentenced to 11 years in prison for bribery and money laundering
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Earlier reports gave 11 years 8 Nov, 22:06 Maldives Republic11-year 25 Oct, 19:33 Maldives Republic
However, after news of the comment broke, the correctional authority revised its stance saying that Yameen’s case is now being reviewed.
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Shortly thereafter, Yameen spoke during a rally held at the Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) office, after which he was cautioned by the MCS not to do so again.
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