MP Eva Abdulla of North Galolhu has tabled an amendment to Article 116 of the constitution, submitted to parliament on 12 February, that would require parliamentary approval for the number of ministries and political appointees. The article notes the Mohamed Muizzu administration has confirmed over 300 political positions since taking office on 17 November 2023.
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The current Mohamed Muizzu administration has come under scrutiny for forming the largest cabinet to date since taking office on 17 November 2023
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The proposed amendment, targeting Article 116 of the constitution, was submitted to parliament on 12 February.
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comprising 22 ministers, and an alarming number of political appointments at the ministerial rank.
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The presidency has confirmed the appointment of over 300 political positions, including 22 cabinet ministers, 12 individuals at the ministerial level, and seven at the state ministerial level within the President’s Office, alongside 90 state ministers and 150 deputy ministers across various ministries.
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including 22 cabinet ministers, 12 individuals at the ministerial level, and seven at the state ministerial level within the President’s Office
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alongside 90 state ministers and 150 deputy ministers across various ministries.
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alongside 90 state ministers and 150 deputy ministers across various ministries.
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Additionally, within 14 days, the president is required to secure parliamentary consent for the number of political appointees essential for the operational needs of each ministry.
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