Fuad Thaufeeq Receives Unanimous Approval as Maldives’ Ambassador to Thailand

The Maldives Parliament has unanimously approved the appointment of Fuad Thaufeeq, former Chairman of the Elections Commission of Maldives (ECM), as the country’s Ambassador to Thailand.

The nomination, put forth by President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, was read at Parliament on 25 November. The approval, granted on Monday with 58 votes in favour, followed an endorsement by the Foreign Relations Committee the previous week.

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Fuad recently concluded his tenure at the ECM on 23 November, having completed the maximum allowable service of two five-year terms.

A founding member of Maldives’ first Elections Commission established in 2008, Fuad played a pivotal role in shaping the institution following the adoption of the new Constitution. His leadership spanned two separate terms, from 2008 to 2014 and from 2019 to 2024.

In addition to his work at the ECM, Fuad’s career includes service at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) Secretariat, showcasing his extensive experience in governance and diplomacy.