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Azleen Ahmed | |
|---|---|
| Minister of Home Affairs | |
| Assumed office 1 August 2016 | |
| President | Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom |
| Preceded by | Umar Naseer |
Azleen Ahmed is a Maldivian politician who served as Minister of Home Affairs during the presidency of Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom.
Early career
[edit]Ahmed was appointed Deputy Minister of Education by President Mohamed Waheed Hassan on 13 March 2012.[1]
In July 2016, while serving as Deputy Minister of Education, Ahmed spoke about the formulation of a National Policy on Open and Distance Learning. He described the policy as a significant step towards providing quality higher education across the Maldives.[2]
Minister of Home Affairs
[edit]On 1 August 2016, President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom appointed Ahmed as Minister of Home Affairs.[3] As Home Minister, Ahmed also oversaw matters involving the Maldives Customs Service.[4]
In January 2017, Ahmed announced that the Maldivian authorities were preparing legislation concerning the abuse and distribution of alcohol.[5] He also discussed measures to address the smuggling of alcohol and the role of Customs in preventing illegal imports.[6] In August 2017, Ahmed launched new uniforms for the Maldives Customs Service during its 127th anniversary celebrations.[7]
References
[edit]- ↑ "President appoints Deputy Ministers". The President's Office. 13 March 2012. Retrieved 4 October 2026.
- ↑ "National Policy on Open & Distance Learning formulated, says DHE". PSM News. 9 July 2016. Retrieved 4 October 2026.
- ↑ "President appoints Mr. Azleen Ahmed as Minister of Home Affairs". The President's Office. 1 August 2016. Retrieved 4 October 2026.
- ↑ "Home Minister: Customs must be taken as an exemplary institute". Sun English Edition. 3 August 2016. Retrieved 4 October 2026.
- ↑ "Law on alcohol to be compiled, huge penalties". SunOnline. 26 January 2017. Retrieved 4 October 2026.
- ↑ Nasih, Aishath (26 January 2017). "Maldives mulls harsh action against alcohol smugglers". The Edition. Retrieved 4 October 2026.
- ↑ "Vice President attends Maldives Customs Service's 127th anniversary function". The President's Office. 20 August 2017. Retrieved 4 October 2026.