Attorney General Ahmed Usham has defended businessman Mohamed Alabbar’s ties to Israeli parties, stating that they are maintained in order to facilitate aid for the Palestinian people.
Usham, who has met Alabbar in connection with the Rasmale’ development, recounted that Alabbar explained the practical necessity of such contacts. According to Usham, Alabbar said that supplies, food and housing projects for Palestinians must be coordinated through existing channels involving Israeli authorities.
Usham said Alabbar has initiated a project to build 5,000 homes in Palestine and described him as a transparent and straightforward individual who is willing to answer questions from religious scholars.
Alabbar heads UAE-based Eagle Hills, the company that has been awarded a large portion of reclaimed land in Rasmale’ for a waterfront and marina project. His business connections have been a point of discussion among political and religious figures in the Maldives.
Usham offered to arrange a meeting between Alabbar and concerned scholars during an upcoming visit.
