Ex-Maldives president to appeal corruption conviction

The former President of Maldives - Abdulla Yameen - is to appeal his recent conviction for corruption and money laundering but faces delays as his lawyers have yet to receive a detailed trial report.

By Sara Lewis

The former President of Maldives - Abdulla Yameen - is to appeal his recent conviction for corruption and money laundering but faces delays as his lawyers have yet to receive a detailed trial report.