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,...
Race for Coalitions Intensifies Amid Geopolitical and Religious Concerns
As the Maldives gears up for the decisive second round of its presidential election scheduled for 30 September, the nation...
Nasheed Shuts Down Talk of MDP, The Democrats Merger
Parliament Speaker and founder of The Democrats, Mohamed Nasheed, on Monday, rebuffed attempts by Member of Parliament for the Kaashidhoo...
Solih Admits Strategic Mishaps, Hints at Course Correction for Second Round
Hinting at what voters might have construed as a lack of transparency on the part of his campaign and his...
EU EOM Flags Loose Campaign Finance Regulations in Presidential Election
While the European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) has lauded the overall conduct of the first round of the...
EC Extends Polling Hours for Second Round of Presidential Elections
In a bid to encourage greater participation and rectify a record-low turnout in the first round of presidential elections, the...
Muizzu and Solih Prepare for Final Battle as Yameen Weighs In From Prison
The presidential race is heading for a dramatic conclusion with a runoff slated for 30 September. Dr Mohamed Muizzu, representing...
Presidential Elections 2023: EC to Reopen Voter Re-registration Ahead of Crucial Runoff
The Elections Commission (EC) has announced a two-day window for voter re-registration, leading up to the decisive second round of...
Commonwealth Observer Group Hails Maldives’ Presidential Election as Orderly and Peaceful
Former President of the Republic of Seychelles, Danny Faure, who currently chairs the Commonwealth Observer Group, commended the people of...
Bitter Pill for Parties Fronted by Qasim, Nazim
With a historically low 75 percent voter turnout and a historically high eight candidates contesting, the first round of the...
