News Desk
The main opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) has resolved to launch continuous direct street action until President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu resigns, demanding that the administration agree to negotiate a total overhaul of its economic policies.
The decision was made on Monday night during an emergency meeting of the party’s National Council. Pushed by party Chairperson Fayyaz Ismail, the resolution passed overwhelmingly, securing 33 out of 34 votes from members present.
While the motion explicitly threatens street-level mobilization if the government ignores calls for reform, the MDP has not released a specific schedule for the demonstrations. Party leaders indicated that protests will roll out progressively, depending on whether the administration accepts their invitation to come to the negotiating table.
The opposition accused President Muizzu’s administration of pushing reckless fiscal measures that destabilize the economy, hit local businesses hard, and drive up everyday living costs for the public. Council members criticized recent policy shifts, highlighting severe foreign currency shortages and the worsening dollar black market.
“The government’s current economic trajectory is causing direct harm to the state and the public,” the resolution stated, calling on the administration to meet with opposition representatives to fix the financial situation.
During the debate, several National Council members said public anger over rising inflation and sudden financial controls has hit a tipping point. The party warned that unless the government takes immediate action to fix its economic approach, MDP supporters will keep up uninterrupted protest movements across the capital.
