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27 Mar, 2026

Former Elections Commissioner Fuwad Thowfeek Backs Holding Presidential and Parliamentary Elections on Same Day

Former Elections Commissioner Fuwad Thowfeek — widely regarded as one of the most prominent and outspoken figures to have led the commission — has expressed support for the government’s plan to hold

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10 Mar, 2026

MDA Backs Government Plan to Hold Two Elections on the Same Day

The Maldives Development Alliance (MDA) has backed the government’s plan to hold the presidential and parliamentary elections on the same day. In a statement issued today, the party said it welcomed President

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18 Feb, 2026

‘Respect, Not Insults’: First Lady Appeals for Dignity in Election Campaign

First Lady Sajida Mohammed on Tuesday urged citizens to campaign for the forthcoming local council and women’s development committee elections without resorting to personal attacks. She delivered the appeal at a Pre‑Ramadan

Maldives Calls April Vote on Constitutional Change to Synchronise National Elections

The Maldives is preparing for one of the most consequential constitutional votes in its democratic history, after the People’s Majlis approved a resolution to hold a nationwide referendum on synchronising presidential and

16 Feb, 2026

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LCE: Ruling Party Secures 69 Seats Without a Vote

The ruling People’s National Congress (PNC) has secured 69 local council and women’s committee seats across the country without a single ballot being cast, after rival candidates withdrew before the formal announcement

16 Feb, 2026

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First Lady Urges Strong Turnout in Council and WDC Elections

First Lady Sajida Mohamed has called on voters to participate in large numbers in the upcoming local council and Women’s Development Committee (WDC) elections. Speaking at the opening of the PNC’s campaign

12 Feb, 2026

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Council Election: Candidate Names Sorted and Drawn

The draw to determine the order of candidates for the upcoming local council elections and Women’s Development Committee (WDC) elections was conducted today. The elections are scheduled to take place on 4

12 Feb, 2026

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Majlis Approves Constitutional Amendment to Merge Presidential and Parliamentary Elections

MALE’, Maldives — The People’s Majlis has approved a constitutional amendment that would merge future presidential and parliamentary elections, a change the government argues will reduce costs and ease the burden on

10 Feb, 2026

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Thinadhoo Council Halts All Entertainment for Ramadan Observance

Thinadhoo City Council has moved to suspend all entertainment and sporting activities throughout the coming month of Ramadan, saying the community should give full priority to worship and reflection. In an announcement

09 Feb, 2026

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PNC Leader Accuses MDP of Policies ‘Alien to Islam’ at Addu Campaign Rally

ADDU CITY, — The opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) has consistently pursued policies “alien to Islam” and harmful to the country, PNC Parliamentary Group Leader Ibrahim Falaah said at a campaign rally

08 Feb, 2026

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PNC Declares a Head Start: Seven Per Cent of Seats Won Without an Election

The ruling People’s National Congress (PNC) has already won around seven per cent of the seats in the upcoming local council elections without a contest, the party’s campaign manager, Ibrahim Falaah, said

08 Feb, 2026

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PNC Fields Largest Slate of Candidates for April Local Council and Women’s Committee Elections

The ruling People’s National Congress will field the highest number of candidates in the upcoming local council and women’s development committee elections scheduled for April, according to new figures released by the

03 Feb, 2026

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Parliament Panel Weighs Plan to Combine Elections as EC Flags Cost, Timing Pressures

The Maldives’ Independent Institutions Committee of the Majlis met on Monday to gather views on a government proposal to amend the Constitution and allow two national votes to be held simultaneously —

02 Feb, 2026

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Former Elections Commissioner Fuwad Thowfeek Backs Holding Presidential and Parliamentary Elections on Same Day

MDA Backs Government Plan to Hold Two Elections on the Same Day

‘Respect, Not Insults’: First Lady Appeals for Dignity in Election Campaign

Maldives Calls April Vote on Constitutional Change to Synchronise National Elections

LCE: Ruling Party Secures 69 Seats Without a Vote

First Lady Urges Strong Turnout in Council and WDC Elections

Council Election: Candidate Names Sorted and Drawn

Majlis Approves Constitutional Amendment to Merge Presidential and Parliamentary Elections

Thinadhoo Council Halts All Entertainment for Ramadan Observance

PNC Leader Accuses MDP of Policies ‘Alien to Islam’ at Addu Campaign Rally

PNC Declares a Head Start: Seven Per Cent of Seats Won Without an Election

PNC Fields Largest Slate of Candidates for April Local Council and Women’s Committee Elections

Parliament Panel Weighs Plan to Combine Elections as EC Flags Cost, Timing Pressures

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