Critical 'collateral' warning from the SSI to municipalities

The Social Security Institution (SSI) has announced that mosque plots or areas allocated for public use are not accepted in exchange for municipalities' premium debts.

The SSI stated that such areas are not accepted as collateral and that no liens are placed on areas allocated for public use. The institution emphasized that municipalities cannot use these areas as a means of debt repayment.

In the statement made by the SSI, it was noted, "The SSI has not, to date, accepted any mosque plots or areas allocated for public use in exchange for municipalities' premium debts. Such areas have not been accepted as collateral either. No liens have been placed on areas allocated for public use."

COULD NEW REGULATIONS BE COMING?

The SSI's statement signals that new regulations may be introduced regarding the premium debts of municipalities. Protecting areas allocated for public use and ensuring these areas are dedicated to public services remain among the SSI's priority goals. This situation may cause municipalities to reconsider their debt management strategies.

News Source: AA