The Vice President has encouraged young people to acquire the technical skills necessary to address the challenges of hybrid warfare in today's world

04 Dec 2024 11:53 PM

Vice President Uz Hussain Mohamed Latheef stated that modern warfare and the destruction of nations increasingly involve the use of hybrid weapons, tactics, strategies, and skills. He emphasised the importance of preventing such threats and urged young people to remain vigilant and acquire the technical skills required to tackle these challenges effectively.

He made this statement during his address at the official ceremony marking Huravee Day on Wednesday evening. In his speech, the Vice President highlighted the need to gain technical knowledge alongside courage, determination, and resolve, calling on everyone to master modern tactics and skills.

Describing intellectual warfare as a prolonged assault on the social fabric of the nation, the Vice President noted that it undermines social cohesion and economic stability over time. He explained that the deep wounds inflicted by such attacks could divide the country, weaken national unity, and erode trust among citizens, thereby threatening the national interest.

The Vice President further emphasised that today's generations should set an example for the future. He suggested this could be achieved by honouring the sacrifices of past heroes, such as Dhonban’daarain. He encouraged the youth to actively support the Government’s initiatives aimed at equipping them with technical skills to achieve the nation's development goals.

He also stated that the Government’s top priority is safeguarding the nation’s interests and individual freedoms. Highlighting the rapid advancement of technology and the growing influence of artificial intelligence, he noted that efforts to strengthen cybersecurity are being undertaken with technical support from relevant authorities.

The Vice President stressed the need for further measures to counter hybrid warfare. He highlighted the importance of cybersecurity training, teaching techniques for identifying threats, and combating disinformation in its various forms, which have become critical priorities.

Reflecting on President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s foresight, the Vice President commended the President for fostering cooperation with relevant parties, friendly nations, and national stakeholders in the nation's interest. He also praised efforts to enhance military capacity and strengthen internal security.

Additionally, the Vice President noted the President’s commitment to prioritising development, civilisation, social security, and public health, alongside nation-building. These efforts, he said, have elevated the nation’s pride and prestige on the global stage. He expressed sincere gratitude for the President’s dedication and hard work.

The Vice President concluded his address with a prayer to Allah Almighty, asking for mercy upon the national heroes who sacrificed their lives for the country and for continued victory and success for the nation.

Vice President Uz @HucenSembe attends the official function at the Islamic Centre to commemorate the Maldives' Huravee Day.

In his remarks, the Vice President urged the youth to practice caution and be vigilant against the hybrid warfare plaguing the world, encouraging youth… pic.twitter.com/nwrZPPpPVY

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