Controversy Has Dogged Anti-Defection Measures in Maldives, India and Sri Lanka
The conflict has been between the need to bring about political stability and order on the one hand, and respecting...
Constitutional Amendments Unacceptable; Concentrate Power in President: The Democrats
The Constitution was amended to prevent a no-confidence vote against President Mohamed Muizzu from being successfully orchestrated in parliament, the...
Local Council By-Elections: The Democrats Secure First Electoral Win Amid PNC Domination
The ruling People’s National Congress (PNC) emerged victorious in Saturday’s local council by-elections, securing four seats. The opposition Maldivian Democratic...
Maldives to Swear in New Parliament on 28 May
The newly elected members of the 20th parliament are set to take their oaths of office on 28 May, the...
2024 Parliamentary Elections: Polls Close, Vote Counting Commences
Vote counting is underway across the Maldives and three overseas locations after polling came to a close in the fiercely...
Democrats Propose Constitutional Amendment Enabling Recall of MPs
The Democrats have introduced a bill seeking to amend the Constitution to facilitate the recall of parliamentary representatives by the...
Defence Minister To Face Parliamentary Committee Over 6 May Terror Attack Investigation, Drone Acquisition
The Parliamentary Committee on National Security Services has unanimously approved a motion to summon Defence Minister Mohamed Ghassan Maumoon. The...
Government Criticised for Excessive Political Appointments Amid Transparency Concerns
The main opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) Advisor and former President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has raised alarm over the sharp...
The Democrats Push for More ‘Sustainable’ Foreign Policy Approach
The Democrats, on the heels of a resolution introduced by fellow party Member of Parliament (MP) for North Galolhu, Eva...
Electorate’s Final Say Proposed in Anti-Defection Bill Debate
The recent debate over the proposed anti-defection bill has brought to the forefront the argument that the electorate should have...
