Ahmed Zaki

Ahmed Zaki (16 April 1931–15 November 1996) was a Maldivian politician who served as Prime Minister of the Maldives from 1972 to 1975. He twice served as speaker of the People's Majlis.

I am conscious of the fact that just as, we have great responsibilities to our peoples respectively, we have to share a duty towards the interests of our brothren in Asia and in fact the entire humanity.

As prime minister, Zaki's economic reforms, such as allowing foreign banks and insurance companies into the country, threatened the control Nasir and his associates had over the nation's finances. Consequently, Nasir was ousted due to pressure from these influential financial entities.

Quotes

I am deeply touched by the warmth and sincerity of the welcome that has been ex- tended to my wife and me by the Government of India.

Pride comes before a fall

Quotes about Zaki

• Ahmed Zaki is a loyal proud Maldivian. He is a sharp-minded Maldivian politician. He has held the post of Prime Minister of the Maldives. He is also an accomplished diplomat. He has done noble services to the Maldives in various fields. When he died, it has been a huge loss to our country.
  • Maumoon Abdul Gayoom (November 1996). [1]

See also

• Maldives