Qasim, JP Bow Out of Coalition Prospects

Jumhooree Party (JP) leader Qasim Ibrahim announced on Saturday that JP will not support either candidate in the presidential run-off scheduled for 30 September. Qasim cited past betrayals by coalition partners and criticized the Solih administration's agreements with India. He noted India's increased influence under Nasheed, Yameen, and Solih, and mentioned the helicopter in Laamu Atoll and radar installation discussions. Qasim said he got only 3% of the vote, far below his previous showings, and emphasized that JP will continue to work for reform without backing any party in the second round.

Jumhooree Party (JP) leader Qasim Ibrahim announced on Saturday that JP will not support either candidate in the presidential run-off scheduled for 30 September. Qasim cited past betrayals by coalition partners and criticized the Solih administration's agreements with India. He noted India's increased influence under Nasheed, Yameen, and Solih, and mentioned the helicopter in Laamu Atoll and radar installation discussions. Qasim said he got only 3% of the vote, far below his previous showings, and emphasized that JP will continue to work for reform without backing any party in the second round.

Jumhooree Party (JP) leader Qasim Ibrahim announced on Saturday that JP will not support either candidate in the presidential run-off scheduled for 30 September. Qasim cited past betrayals by coalition partners and criticized the Solih administration's agreements with India. He noted India's increased influence under Nasheed, Yameen, and Solih, and mentioned the helicopter in Laamu Atoll and radar installation discussions. Qasim said he got only 3% of the vote, far below his previous showings, and emphasized that JP will continue to work for reform without backing any party in the second round.

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