The United Nations expressed concern over the dismissal of Supreme Court justices Mahaz Ali Zahir and Azmiralda Zahir, saying the removal by the People's Majlis undermines judicial independence. The justices were removed after a JSC investigation, with 68 MPs voting in favour of dismissal and 11 opposition MPs voting against.
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The dismissal by the Maldives Parliament of two Supreme Court justices raises serious concerns about respect for the independence of the judiciary.
Checks and balances between the different branches of the State, including a strong and independent judiciary, play a vital role in ensuring fidelity to the rule of law by all branches of Government and the effective protection of human ri…
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A total of 68 members of Parliament voted in favour of the dismissal, while 11 MPs from the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) voted against it.
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A total of 68 members of Parliament voted in favour of the dismissal, while 11 MPs from the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) voted against it.
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A total of 68 members of Parliament voted in favour of the dismissal, while 11 MPs from the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) voted against it.
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The UN statement noted that the investigation was launched by both the JSC and the Anti-Corruption Commission in February 2025, around the same time the Supreme Court began hearing a case concerning constitutional amendments.
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