President Muizzu rejects former President Nasheed’s proposal for talks on "major structural changes"
President Muizzu has rejected proposals from former President Mohamed Nasheed and the MDP to implement significant constitutional amendments, stating that such changes fall outside the mandate granted to him by the people. The President emphasized that his administration remains focused on fulfilling the specific pledges outlined in his five-year manifesto.
Then-President-elect Dr. Mohamed Muizzu signs the guestbook during a visit to the People’s Majlis, accompanied by then-Speaker of Parliament Mohamed Nasheed — October 3, 2023. | People's Majlis | People's Majlis
President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has rejected a proposal by former President Mohamed Nasheed and former MDP Chairperson Fayyaz Ismail to hold discussions on implementing significant structural changes.
During a press conference held at the President's Office on Monday, a journalist noted that former President Mohamed Nasheed and former MDP Chairperson Fayyaz Ismail proposed significant constitutional amendments. The journalist inquired whether President Muizzu would accept the invitation to join the MDP at the discussion table to deliberate on these proposals. In response, President Muizzu stated that such matters fall outside his current mandate. He emphasized that his administration remains focused on fulfilling the commitments outlined in his five-year manifesto.
In my view, that would fall outside the mandate the people have granted me. The mandate I have been given is for a five-year term to deliver on the manifesto and the promises I announced. Therefore, I will continue to move forward with the responsibilities entrusted to me by the citizens.President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu
During a press conference held on Sunday, Nasheed detailed significant proposed amendments to the Constitution and the country's governance system. He emphasized that the government must engage in dialogue regarding these reforms and extended an invitation to the People's National Congress (PNC) to commence discussions.
