President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has announced an ambitious plan to eradicate corruption within the public sector by fully digitizing government operations. Speaking to residents of Ungoofaaru in Raa Atoll during his ongoing tour of the region, the President emphasized that comprehensive digitalization can significantly curb opportunities for bribery and fraud.
Drawing on insights from his recent trip to Estonia—a nation widely recognized for its advanced e-government services—President Muizzu underscored that Estonia’s success provides a model for modernizing and streamlining public service delivery. He cited Estonia’s notably low levels of corruption as an encouraging indicator of how digital initiatives can close loopholes that allow graft to persist.
“As our first priority, we will introduce a digital identity card system matching Estonia’s standards,” the President said, outlining plans for a fully integrated network to be rolled out over the next four years. According to him, this foundation would pave the way for additional developments, ultimately fostering a more transparent and efficient public administration.
President Muizzu acknowledged that some entities in the Maldives already offer digital services, but he believes the process can be made much more effective through unified efforts across all ministries and agencies. He stressed that broader cooperation—from both government bodies and citizens—is necessary to fulfill the vision of a corruption-free public service.
“We will do this in a transparent manner, with councils and other key players involved,” the President affirmed, noting that when fully implemented, these reforms have the potential to eliminate corruption in a short span of time.
Reiterating his commitment to modernizing government processes, President Muizzu affirmed that priority resources will be allocated to ensure the digital transformation takes root. He also highlighted the need to develop the necessary human capital, pointing out that well-trained personnel are integral to making digital systems work smoothly and effectively.
The President’s remarks underscore his administration’s pledge to create a cleaner, more accountable government apparatus—one in which technology plays a central role in maintaining integrity and efficiency.
