Opposition Leader Questions Government’s Sincerity on Reform Plans
Opposition leader Fayyaz Ismail questioned the government's sincerity on proposed reforms, insisting on public consultation. President Mohamed Muizzu announced plans to amend the Constitution to limit lawmakers to 77, reduce local council members, and hold simultaneous presidential and parliamentary elections. Ismail criticized the lack of transparency, accused Muizzu of misinformation during his campaign, and proposed holding presidential and local council elections together instead. He demanded disclosure of funding for businesses and students abroad, and said MDP would support sound reforms backed by public consensus.
Opposition leader Fayyaz Ismail questioned the government's sincerity on proposed reforms, insisting on public consultation. President Mohamed Muizzu announced plans to amend the Constitution to limit lawmakers to 77, reduce local council members, and hold simultaneous presidential and parliamentary elections. Ismail criticized the lack of transparency, accused Muizzu of misinformation during his campaign, and proposed holding presidential and local council elections together instead. He demanded disclosure of funding for businesses and students abroad, and said MDP would support sound reforms backed by public consensus.
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Opposition leader Fayyaz Ismail questioned the government's sincerity on proposed reforms, insisting on public consultation. President Mohamed Muizzu announced plans to amend the Constitution to limit lawmakers to 77, reduce local council members, and hold simultaneous presidential and parliamentary elections. Ismail criticized the lack of transparency, accused Muizzu of misinformation during his campaign, and proposed holding presidential and local council elections together instead. He demanded disclosure of funding for businesses and students abroad, and said MDP would support sound reforms backed by public consensus.
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