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Sarangu Adam Manik backs Jaleel, says only government-aligned mayor can unlock development

Sarangu Adam Manik backs Jaleel, says only government-aligned mayor can unlock development

Former Malé City Mayor and businessman Sarangu Adam Manik endorsed ruling party candidate Moosa Ali Jaleel for the Malé mayoral election under the People's National Congress (PNC), arguing that meaningful development requires alignment with the national government. Manik announced his support after a meeting with Jaleel, speaking to reporters. He stated that issues like housing shortages and road expansion can only be solved by the central government, which has the financial resources and implementation power. He emphasized cooperation over political division for progress.

Former Malé City Mayor and businessman Sarangu Adam Manik endorsed ruling party candidate Moosa Ali Jaleel for the Malé mayoral election under the People's National Congress (PNC), arguing that meaningful development requires alignment with the national government. Manik announced his support after a meeting with Jaleel, speaking to reporters. He stated that issues like housing shortages and road expansion can only be solved by the central government, which has the financial resources and implementation power. He emphasized cooperation over political division for progress.

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Former Malé City Mayor and businessman Sarangu Adam Manik endorsed ruling party candidate Moosa Ali Jaleel for the Malé mayoral election under the People's National Congress (PNC), arguing that meaningful development requires alignment with the national government. Manik announced his support after a meeting with Jaleel, speaking to reporters. He stated that issues like housing shortages and road expansion can only be solved by the central government, which has the financial resources and implementation power. He emphasized cooperation over political division for progress.

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