Faisal Naseem

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Faisal Naseem
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Vice President of the Maldives
In office
17 November 2018 –17 November 2023
OccupationPolitician

Faisal Naseem (born 20 July 1973) is a Maldivian politician who served as vice president of the Maldives from 2018 to 2023. He was elected to office as the running mate of Ibrahim Mohamed Solih in the 2018 presidential election. [3] [4] [5] Prior to his election, Naseem served for many years in the social sector, particularly in tourism. [6]

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As vice president, Naseem fulfilled the responsibilities of the president for 3 hours and 30 minutes on 25 February 2022 when the president underwent a medical procedure. [7] He is the longest serving vice president in Maldivian history as of 2023.

Early life

Faisal Naseem was born in the Funaadu district in Fuvahmulah on 20 July 1973. In 1986, at age 12, Naseem joined the social sector [ citation needed ]. Nadeem pursued tertiary education in the United Kingdom, receiving a bachelor's degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management from the University of Birmingham, and a master's degree in Business Administration from the Cardiff Metropolitan University. [6]

Career

Prior to studying in England, Naseem joined the hospitality industry, serving in positions ranging from assistant manager to general manager. He joined the hospitality industry to become better familiar with his field of choice, which is where he would spend the majority of his career. In recognition of his work, Naseem was awarded the National Youth Award in social services in 1999, and received a “Special Recognition” award in 2015. In 2014, he was named a Disability Ambassador. [6]

Faisal Naseem is also a skilled craftsman, architect and interior designer. He has previously worked on the construction of various guesthouses, resorts and residences, and as of recent, the Millennium guest house in Fuvahmulah. [8]

Politics

Naseem entered the political field in 2004, becoming one of the members to represent the Fuvahmulah Constituency during the drafting of a new constitution from 2004 - 2008. After the constitution's successful completion, he stayed away from politics for the next 5 years. He rejoined the parliament again in 2014, serving as the MP for Kaashidhoo. [6] On 13 July 2018, Naseem was chosen as Ibrahim Mohamed Solih's vice presidential candidate for the 2018 presidential election. [9]

Naseem is remembered as the longest serving vice president of the Maldives having served a complete 5 year term following the democratization reforms that gave way for multi-party elections in 2008.

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References

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  2. ↑ Mohamed, Mariyath (21 January 2024). "Former Vice President Faisal Naseem leaves Jumhoori Party". The Edition . Retrieved 1 July 2024.
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  8. ↑ "Vice President's craftsmanship as seen at 'Millennium'". The Edition. 24 August 2022.
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