President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has emphasized the need for a firm resolve in upholding and protecting national honour and sovereignty.

President Solih made the remarks on Friday in his address to the nation on the occasion of Victory Day.

Addressing the nation, President Solih highlighted the significance of Victory Day and paid tribute to the heros who defended Maldives' sovereignty and independence against foreign troops.

In his statement, President Solih spoke on the importance of prioritising national interests above individual interests. He stressed the necessity to abstain from any actions that could potentially compromise the independence and sovereignty of the nation.

President Solih appealed to Maldivians about the need to instill in young minds the spirit for individual efforts to protect the nation’s independence and sovereignty. He further highlighted that fostering a sense of national pride in the younger generation and encouraging them to prioritise national interests are crucial aspects of commemorating Victory Day.

He emphasised that one of the most crucial reasons for commemorating Victory Day was to create awareness about the necessity of concerted efforts by both the government and its people, aimed at the shared goal of preserving the nation’s independence and sovereignty.

President Solih credited the victory to the joint efforts of the then-government and the Maldivian people in successfully thwarting the brutal assault on November 3, 1988. He accredited this triumph to the robust spirit of unity and sacrifice common among the citizens for their nation.

In his address, President Solih provided a thoughtful reflection on the ongoing challenges faced by the global Muslim community. He drew particular attention to the plight of Palestinians, who have been living under Zionist occupation for over seven decades. President Solih expressed profound concern over the unparalleled and inhumane conditions that are without precedent in the modern world, currently being endured by Palestinians.