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Protesters confront a group of security forces in Malé, Maldives.
Fisherman argue with security forces during a demonstration on March 6, 2009 in Malé, the capital of the Maldives. They are protesting the low prices they receive from the government cooperative. After the 30 year dictatorship of Maumoon Abdul Gayoom came to an end in October, 2008, Maldivians are adapting quickly to their right to free speech.