Qasim Backs President Muizzu’s Decentralization Reforms to Protect Unitary State

Jumhooree Party leader Qasim Ibrahim declared support for the 16th Amendment to the Decentralization Act, calling it crucial to protect the unitary state. He endorsed President Muizzu's position that reforms strengthen decentralization within the national framework. Qasim warned against councils exploiting loopholes for electoral gain, noting council terms expire in May 2026. The amendment restricts Local Authority Companies from competing with private businesses, protecting local entrepreneurs and preventing misuse of public resources.

Jumhooree Party leader Qasim Ibrahim declared support for the 16th Amendment to the Decentralization Act, calling it crucial to protect the unitary state. He endorsed President Muizzu's position that reforms strengthen decentralization within the national framework. Qasim warned against councils exploiting loopholes for electoral gain, noting council terms expire in May 2026. The amendment restricts Local Authority Companies from competing with private businesses, protecting local entrepreneurs and preventing misuse of public resources.

Jumhooree Party leader Qasim Ibrahim declared support for the 16th Amendment to the Decentralization Act, calling it crucial to protect the unitary state. He endorsed President Muizzu's position that reforms strengthen decentralization within the national framework. Qasim warned against councils exploiting loopholes for electoral gain, noting council terms expire in May 2026. The amendment restricts Local Authority Companies from competing with private businesses, protecting local entrepreneurs and preventing misuse of public resources.

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