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Abdul Raheem Abdulla

Described in the news as: Speaker; Speaker of the People’s Majlis; Parliament Speaker; Speaker of Parliament.

In the news, last 90 days

Politics Rejection of no-confidence motion reflects public trust in government: Economic Minister Parliament rejected a no-confidence motion against Minister of Economic Development, Transport and Trade Mohamed Saeed, who said the decision reflects public trust in the government's policies. He credited President Dr Mohamed Muizzu's leadership and economic policies with preventing bankruptcy and improving the Maldives' credit rating, and thanked the Speaker, the PNC Parliamentary Group Leader and PNC members for their support. PSM News 6 days ago Source

Society President honors frontline soldiers for bravery during the 1988 attack President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu presented special recognition shields to five surviving members of the Recce Patrol at the official Victory Day ceremony held at Republic Square. The attack of November 3, 1988 claimed eight soldiers and 11 civilian lives, and three members of the unit were martyred. Sun English 4 Nov Source

Politics · Press release President confers November 3 Shield on five individuals at Victory Day ceremony President and Commander-in-Chief Dr Mohamed Muizzu conferred November 3 shields on five surviving recce patrol heroes at the official Victory Day ceremony held on the night of 3 Nov at Republic Square. The MNDF also presented a military performance titled Leyge Jihaad, launched an album of patriotic songs, and the President delivered an address to the nation. 5 outlets 3 Nov Source

Society President and First Lady attend Victory Day flag-hoisting and... President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed attended the Victory Day flag-hoisting and guard-mounting ceremony at the Victory Day Monument on the morning of 2 November 2026, honouring those who died defending the Maldives on 3 November 1988. The ceremony included eight flags hoisted for the eight martyred personnel, a minute's silence, a seven-gun salute and a special prayer. 5 outlets 3 Nov Source

Economy MPs to get 15 minutes each to debate 2027 Budget Parliament's General Committee approved a 15-minute speaking time for each MP during debates on the proposed 2027 State Budget, along with seven minutes each for discussing the Budget Committee's report and 45 minutes total for the Finance Minister to respond to questions. Finance Minister Hassan Zareer submitted the proposed MVR 59.7 billion budget for 2027 to Parliament last Thursday, with debates to be scheduled after a seven-day review period. 3 outlets 2 Nov Source

Politics Parliament fulfilling its duty to reform laws: Speaker Speaker Abdul Raheem Abdulla told MPs at the close of the 28 October 2026 sitting that Parliament is fulfilling its responsibility by introducing constructive amendments to government-proposed legislation. He said Parliament's constitutional role includes amending, reforming and repealing laws, and that national stability depends on the level of justice in society. One Online 28 Oct Source

Economy Proposed budget for 2027 being submitted on 29 Oct Speaker Abdul Raheem Abdulla announced that Parliament's sitting to propose the estimated state budget for 2027 is scheduled for 29 Oct at 1:30 pm, with the exact figure not yet known. The article also notes Parliament's approval of a record MVR 64.2 billion budget for 2026 and estimates for revenue, tax and deficit. The Edition 28 Oct Source

International · Press release Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia calls on the Speaker of the People’s Majlis Saudi Arabia's Ambassador to the Maldives, Yahya Hassan Alqahtani, paid a courtesy call on Speaker Abdul Raheem Abdulla at the People's Majlis, where both sides reviewed bilateral ties, recent high-level exchanges, and regional security including Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and the humanitarian situation in Yemen. Chairperson of the Foreign Relations Committee Hassan Zareer said the visit would further strengthen friendship and cooperation following the recent adoption of a convention. People's Majlis 28 Oct Source

International · Press release The High Commissioner of Bangladesh calls on the Speaker of the People’s Majlis Bangladesh High Commissioner Dr. MD Nazmul Islam paid a courtesy call on Speaker of the People's Majlis Hon. Abdul Raheem Abdulla. The two sides discussed Maldives-Bangladesh relations and expressed interest in stronger cooperation between the Majlis and the Bangladesh Parliament. People's Majlis 27 Oct Source

Politics Maldives cannot remain in the 1960s as country moves towards development, says Speaker Abdul Raheem Speaker of the People's Majlis Abdul Raheem Abdulla said the Maldives must pursue modern development and cannot continue as it did in the 1960s, speaking as Parliament rejected an opposition MDP resolution seeking more disclosure on the government's Rasmalé land reclamation project. The government has defended the project, assuring that Israeli nationals will not be allowed to buy property through it. The Standard 26 Oct Source

Politics · Press release Speaker of the People’s Majlis addresses the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union Speaker of the People's Majlis Hon. Abdul Raheem Abdulla addressed the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union in Arusha, Tanzania, speaking on the theme of good governance, inclusivity and public trust. He highlighted people-centred governance, accessibility for island communities through digital platforms such as eFaas, the role of the Right to Information Act and Anti-Corruption Commission, and the link between good governance and peace. People's Majlis 6 Oct Source

International · Press release Speaker of the People’s Majlis addresses the 2nd Inter-Parliamentary Speakers’ Conference Speaker of the People's Majlis Hon. Abdul Raheem Abdulla delivered an address at the General Debate of the 2nd Inter-Parliamentary Speakers' Conference in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, calling for stronger parliamentary diplomacy, international law and dialogue. He highlighted the Maldives' vulnerability to climate change and Indian Ocean maritime interests, and expressed concern over the conflict in the Middle East, calling for an immediate ceasefire. People's Majlis 27 Aug Source

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