Hilmy: ‘Threats exist, but we stand firm’

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Chief of Defence Force Major General Ibrahim Hilmy says Maldives’ independence will be protected without fear or hesitation, despite emerging threats in the region. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony of the Australia-donated Coast Guard vessel Imaduddin on Monday evening, Hilmy said the regional security environment has changed significantly. “Many things that threaten the independence and security of Maldives are happening near our