Security, Sovereignty, and Foreign Influence in Maldives’ Presidential Race
As the Maldivian political climate heats up ahead of the presidential runoff, a trio of significant issues—national security, Indian influence,...
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...
Presidential Election 2023: Brief Disruptions at Some Polling Stations
Live Updates from Presidential Elections 2023 Voting was briefly suspended following a series of disruptions in Rasdhoo Island of Alifu...
Maldives Goes to Polls in Presidential Election
Maldivians will head to the polls on Saturday to elect the nation’s president for the next five years. Incumbent President...
Prevalence of Vote-Buying as Presidential Election Approaches
“Have you made your decision?” queried an individual on Majeedhee Magu. “Only when the payment is received,” responded the other....
Indispensable Function of Presidential Debates and Imperative for Public Broadcasting
A Reflection on the Recent Presidential Debate Ahead of the Forthcoming Elections With just one week remaining until the presidential...
Is PPM/PNC Camp About to Crumble Even Before Elections?
The ‘supreme figurehead’ of the Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) and People’s National Congress (PNC), jailed former President Abdulla Yameen...
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...
The Once-United Political Dynasty
The four children of Maumoon Abdul Gayoom, the longest-serving President of the Maldives, have declared their alliances in four different...
The Complex Dynamics Within the Parliament: Is There a Resolution on the Horizon?
The 19th People’s Majilis was marked by promises of a new era of parliamentary harmony, following the resounding supermajority secured...
