Faisal Naseem | |
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| Vice President of the Maldives | |
| In office 17 November 2018 – 17 November 2023 | |
| President | Ibrahim Mohamed Solih |
| Preceded by | Abdulla Jihad |
| Succeeded by | Hussain Mohamed Latheef |
| Member of the People's Majlis | |
| In office 28 May 2014 – 16 November 2018 | |
| Preceded by | Abdulla Jabir |
| Succeeded by | Abdulla Jabir |
| Constituency | Kaashidhoo |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 20 July 1973 Funaadu, Fuvahmulah, Maldives |
| Political party | Maldivian Democratic Party (2024-)[1] |
| Other political affiliations | Jumhooree Party (2008-2024)[2] |
| Education | |
| Occupation | Politician |
Faisal Naseem (born 20 July 1973) is a Maldivian politician who served as vice president of the Maldives from 2018 to 2023. He was elected to office as the running mate of Ibrahim Mohamed Solih in the 2018 presidential election.[3][4][5] Prior to his election, Naseem served for many years in the social sector, particularly in tourism.[6]
As vice president, Naseem fulfilled the responsibilities of the president for 3 hours and 30 minutes on 25 February 2022 when the president underwent a medical procedure.[7] He is the longest serving vice president in Maldivian history as of 2023.
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- ^ Mohamed, Mariyath (21 January 2024). "Former Vice President Faisal Naseem leaves Jumhoori Party". The Edition. Retrieved 1 July 2024.
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- ^ "Calm opposition leader wins Maldives presidency amid storm". Montreal Gazette. 24 September 2018.
- ^ "Maldives election: Surprise victory for opposition leader Solih". Associated Press. 25 September 2018 – via Indian Express.
- ^ "Faisal Naseem – A son the entire nation should be proud of". vNews. 15 July 2018. Archived from the original on 25 September 2018. Retrieved 25 September 2018.
- ^ "The President temporarily transfers power to the Vice President". The President's Office. 25 February 2022. Retrieved 30 June 2024.