Maldives needs its journalists to be even more fearless in the pursuit of the truth – now more than ever.

On #WorldPressFreedomDay I convey my greetings and best wishes to journalists across the Maldives. The role played by a free and independent press as guardians of democracy cannot be overstated. To prevent a reversal of our democratic gains, Maldives needs its journalists to be…

— Ibrahim Mohamed Solih (@ibusolih) May 3, 2025