The first edition of “Viavathi Raajje” Councillor conference has begun this afternoon at Crossroads Maldives, with over 200 councillors from all over the Maldives accepting the invitation extended by President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih.

The conference comes at a time when major changes to the Local Council Act are coming into effect/ As such, President Solih wishes the Councilors to be empowered and take advantage of the amendments to serve the people.

The opening ceremony of the conference was attended by President Solih as well. Several information sessions are scheduled to take place during the 2-day conference.

The conference is being organized by the President’s Office.