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His Excellency
President Mohamed Nasheed
Office of the President
Male
Maldives
Your Excellency,
Despite the encouraging democratization efforts in your country, we are very much concerned about the continuing lack of religious freedom in the Maldive Islands. According to article 9D of your country’s Constitution, only Muslims are considered citizens. Non-Muslims have no voting rights and are not allowed to hold public office. Christians face discrimination on the job market.
We urgently call on you to ensure that your country, as a UN member, respects the “Universal Declaration of Human Rights” of the UN and, above all, the right of religious liberty.
Yours sincerely and respectfully, |
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