President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has advised the public to continue to follow the instructions by the health experts.

Addressing the nation today, President Solih said that despite the hope we receive today, there is still a lot more to be done and advised the public to continue heeding the guidelines set by health experts.

“Wear your mask every time you head out and avoid mass gatherings for the time-being. Remember to maintain your distance and frequently wash your hands.” The President said.

And that with the delivery of the first shipment of vaccines, the hope of overcoming the difficulties of the past ten months have been renewed.

He the past ten months have caused great distress for the people of our country with many losing their jobs. Many families have lost their loved one and businesses had come to a halt along with the mosques and schools having to close down.” President Solih said.

The first shipment of COVID-19 vaccine provided by the Indian government arrived in the Maldives today.