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Economy
Price reduction measures designed to minimise impact on SMEs:...
Minister of Economic Development, Transport and Trade Mohamed Saeed defended the Government's price-reduction measures in response to a no-confidence motion filed by the MDP, saying they are designed to minimise impact on SMEs while easing costs for consumers. He said State Trading Organization interventions are temporary, and noted the Cabinet had designated 26 essential goods under President Mohamed Muizzu's direction, alongside a presidential decision to designate 80 goods as essential.
Economy
Economic Minister backs investment forums amid global competition
Minister of Economic Development, Transport and Trade Mohamed Saeed defended government spending on Maldives Investment Forums in Parliament on Wednesday while responding to a no-confidence motion from the MDP. He said the government had held 11 international forums since President Mohamed Muizzu took office, arguing their value is long-term rather than immediately measurable.
Politics
Current political party leadership in the Maldives lacks quality: Rasheed
Former MP Ibrahim Rasheed (Bonda) said political parties in the Maldives are suffering from a lack of quality leadership, criticizing the MDP for overlooking the recruitment of members into the ruling PNC and for sitting at the same table with PNC leaders. He warned that if the country continues on its current trajectory, a significant number of foreigners could be permanently settled without the public's knowledge.
Politics
PNC secures significant victory in LGA board election
The People's National Congress (PNC) won two seats on the Local Government Authority (LGA) board, with candidate Ali Ahmed taking the councils' seat 314 votes to 227 over MDP's Ali Zafir, and Mariyam Zeena winning the Women's Development Committee presidents' contest 93 votes to 67 against MDP's Mariyam Neena. The result gives the party a greater role in island administration and decentralised governance.
Justice
Juman, accused of inciting arson and looting, to remain detained for another 15 days
The Criminal Court on Wednesday extended by 15 days the remand of opposition activist Ali Juman AKA Deth, who is accused of terrorism for social media posts allegedly urging arson and looting. The latest remand order expires on November 19, and his arrest follows that of former deputy minister Hassan Zihan over a separate post allegedly inciting arson of state institutions.
Justice
Shahid appeals arrest warrant in child sexual abuse case
Former Maldivian foreign minister and MDP president Abdulla Shahid, 64, was arrested in Hulhumale' on allegations of sexually assaulting a minor, had his remand extended by 30 days, and filed a petition contesting his arrest warrant with the High Court. The article also notes rising reported sexual violence cases, with 272 investigated last year and 239 reported so far this year.
Justice
Rozaina calls for thorough probe into allegations against Shahid
MDP Women's Wing President and former MP Rozaina Adam called for a thorough investigation into child sexual abuse allegations against former MDP President and Foreign Minister Abdulla Shahid, who was arrested over the allegations. The Criminal Court ordered Shahid to remain in police custody for 30 days on Tuesday, 3 November, while police have not disclosed further details.
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.
Politics
MDP submits resolution to Parliament seeking referendum on Ras Male' project
The Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) passed and submitted a resolution to the People's Majlis calling for a public referendum on the government's agreement with Eagle Hills for development of Fushidhiggaru Lagoon at Ras Male'. The resolution cites constitutional and Referendum Act provisions and raises concerns about the 99-year lease of publicly reclaimed land.
Politics
MDP proposes public vote on Rasmalé project
The Maldivian Democratic Party has submitted a resolution to Parliament calling for a public vote on the proposed Maldives Waterfront and Marina project in Rasmalé, developed by UAE-based Eagle Hills. The party's National Council has also approved plans for direct action if the Government does not respond to the call for a public vote by 15 November.
Economy
Tourism must evolve with global trends for success: Saeed
Economic Minister Mohamed Saeed defended the government's sustainable township model, telling a no-confidence motion filed by 12 MDP MPs that the Maldives must adapt to changing global tourism trends. He said the Noonu Atoll township project was enabled by amendments to the Special Economic Zones (SEZ) Act and that allegations of unconstitutionality should be left to parliamentary debate.
Politics
Minister: We supplied 80% more dollars than MDP administration
Economic Minister Mohamed Saeed told Parliament that the PNC administration supplied USD 1.9 billion in US dollars to banks during its first three years, 80 percent more than the MDP administration did in its last three, while responding to a no-confidence motion filed against him by the MDP. He said the Maldives Monetary Authority, not he, formulates foreign exchange policy, and defended the increase of the mandatory USD exchange requirement from 20 to 40 percent.
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