Government’s Push for Lowering Age of Criminal Responsibility Sparks Debate on Addressing Juvenile Crime
The government’s proposal to reduce the minimum age of criminal responsibility from 15 to 12 years has reignited a complex…
EU Raises Concern Over Campaign Financing Transparency and Impact of Vote-Buying
The European Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) has raised significant concerns over the transparency and oversight of campaign finance in…
EU Highlights Urgent Need for Journalist Training and Fact-Checking Initiatives
In its comprehensive review of the media landscape during the Maldives’ 2023 presidential elections, the European Election Observation Mission (EU…
MDP Considers Reviving Anti-Defection Law
The main opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) has said it is deliberating the reintroduction of an anti-defection legislation, which would…
Is the Administration Honouring Pledges on Political Appointments and Gender Parity?
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s administration, already under scrutiny for its underrepresentation of women in key political positions, is under fire…
Maldives Political Landscape Shifts as Parties Align for Parliamentary Elections
The Maldivian political arena is experiencing significant alignments and realignments as key parties prepare for the upcoming parliamentary elections. The…
The Message Is Clear: ‘India Out,’ Says Opposition
After taking an unexpected lead over incumbent President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih in Saturday’s presidential polls, Abdul Raheem, the leader of…
Five Years of Harmony: A Statistical Testament to Pres. Solih’s Governance
As he vies for re-election, President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih underscores a pivotal aspect of his track record: the notable reduction…
Deliberate Misrepresentation of State Media by Politicians
With election season in full swing, the emphasis on transparent democratic values frequently takes centre stage in campaign rhetoric. Calls…
Teenager’s Insight: Political Parties’ Evolution and Impact in Democracies
In democracies all around the world, something big is always happening behind the scenes – political parties are shaping the…
