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Prime Minister Dr. Ma'een Abdulmalik made a phone call with Governor of Socotra Ramzi Mahroos.
In the telephone conversation Ma'een got familiar with the security, services and development situation and the local authority's efforts to further enhance security and stability in the archipelagos.
Mahroos reported to Ma'een about what have been done regarding the compensation to the people who were affected by cyclones.
The conversation also touched upon precautionary measures the local authority has taken to stem Covid-19 spread.