Mohamed Nazim

Colonel (Rtd.) Mohamed Nazim (MSc, psc) (; born 21 March 1969) is the former Minister of Defence and National Security of the Republic of Maldives and a politician. He is a founding member of Maldives National Party and currently the serving as the President of the party. He first became the Defense Minister on 8 February 2012 under the presidency of Dr. Mohamed Waheed Hassan Manik. He last served as the Administrative Officer of the Integrated Headquarters of Maldives National Defense Force. He retired from active service on 15 January 2011.

Biography Born in Malé, Maldives, Nazim graduated from Majeediyya School prior to his enlistment on 11 March 1987. Upon graduation, Nazim was called in by the government to put his compulsory service to the nation as a soldier. Mr Nazim's younger brother Mr Adam Azim is currently the Mayor of Male', who is also aspiring to run in the upcoming MDP Primary Elections for Presidency. At the same time, Mr Nazim is also expected to run in the 2028 Maldives' Presidential elections.