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Closing the “Influence Gap”: President Muizzu Details Why the 7-Month Wait Between Elections Harms Democracy

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu urged citizens to back a constitutional amendment synchronizing presidential and parliamentary elections, following a PNC motorcycle rally. The bill, which recently passed the People's Majlis, sets a five-year Majlis term starting 1 December and provides for a public referendum in April 2026.

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Closing the “Influence Gap”: President Muizzu Details Why the 7-Month Wait Between Elections Harms Democracy

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  • 1st of December date on which the People's Majlis term commences The Standard A fixed five-year term for the People’s Majlis, commencing on the 1st of December.

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  • President Muizzu spoke following a People's National Congress (PNC) motorcycle rally. The Standard Speaking following a People’s National Congress (PNC) motorcycle rally, the President framed the proposed constitutional amendment as a “noble” initiative designed to maximize public participation and eliminate the window for political manipulation.

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  • The proposal to hold both major elections on the same day passed through the People's Majlis. recently People’s Majlis The Standard The proposal, which recently passed through the People’s Majlis, suggests holding both major elections on the same day.

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  • A public vote is to be held to ratify the changes. April 2026 The Standard National Referendum: A public vote in April 2026 to ratify these changes.

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