New Maldivian leader expands his cabinet
The Maldives' new President expanded his cabinet yesterday, to strengthen the coalition government that has ruled the Indian Ocean nation since former leader Mohamed Nasheed's resignation last week sparked a political crisis.
Six members from four parties were sworn in as ministers in the government led by President Mohamed Waheed Hassan.
AP
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