Presidential election first round

First round of the Maldives presidential election held in September 2023, where Muizzu won 46% and Solih 39%.

The first round of the Maldives presidential election was held on September 9, 2023, with Dr Mohamed Muizzu (PNC) leading at 46%, President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih (MDP) at 38%, and Mohamed Nasheed (The Democrats) placing third. No candidate secured a majority, leading to a runoff.