Opposition leader and MDP chairperson Fayyaz Ismail questioned the sincerity of President Mohamed Muizzu's proposed governance reforms, insisting any constitutional amendments must be based on public opinion. Muizzu announced plans at a PNC rally to limit lawmakers to 77, reduce local council members, and hold presidential and parliamentary elections simultaneously, framed as cost-cutting measures.
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Disclosing this information is not difficult.
The government should already have it. If not, that's a more concerning issue.
Joining the two elections, while parliament remains a separate power, is not advisable.
When the parliamentary election follows the presidential election, citizens have a better chance of scrutinising the winners and ensuring accountability.
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including proposing a constitutional amendment that would limit the number of lawmakers to 77, amending laws to reduce the local council members
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President Muizzu unveiled plans during a rally organised by the ruling People's National Congress (PNC), including proposing a constitutional amendment that would limit the number of lawmakers to 77
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