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Supreme Court anti-defection ruling

Expelled MPs left PPM months ago, says opposition

Expelled MPs left PPM months ago, says opposition

By Maldives Times 4 min read

The opposition coalition has disputed the expulsion of three lawmakers from the ruling party, a move that could unseat the MPs due to a Supreme Court anti-defection ruling. The ethics committee of the Progressive Party of Maldives reportedly decided on Saturday to expel MPs Mohamed Musthafa, Saudhulla Hilmy and Ali Shah for defaming the government […]

Electoral body calls by-elections as both sides celebrate Supreme Court ruling

Electoral body calls by-elections as both sides celebrate Supreme Court ruling

By Maldives Times 3 min read

The Elections Commission has called parliamentary by-elections after a much anticipated Supreme Court decision on the disputed status of four lawmakers saw both sides claim victory with opposing interpretations. Citing article 74 of the constitution, which requires the apex court to determine “any question concerning the qualifications or removal or vacating of seats”, the Supreme […]