Government-submitted bills pose a significant threat to the Maldives and its citizens: Fayyaz
10 ނޮވެމްބަރު 2026 | އަންގާރަ 07:47Fayyaz Ismail has stated that the bills submitted to Parliament by the government highlight a disconnect between the President’s rhetoric and his actions, posing a significant threat to Maldivian democracy. He specifically alleged that the administration is attempting to facilitate the unchecked transfer of land through the Real Estate Bill while simultaneously suppressing freedom of expression via the proposed Defamation Bill.
Former MDP Chairperson Fayyaz Ismail to propose "Major Change" resolution. | MDP Secretariat
Former Economic Minister Fayyaz Ismail has stated that the bills submitted by the government to Parliament pose a significant threat to the Maldives and its citizens.
In a post on X, Fayyaz stated that the bills submitted to Parliament by the government clearly demonstrate a disconnect between President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s rhetoric and his actions.
On Monday, the government submitted several key pieces of legislation to the People's Majlis, including the Death Penalty and Execution Bill, the Right to Protection of Name and Reputation Bill, the Maldives Immigration Bill, and the Real Estate Business Bill.
Fayyaz stated that the Real Estate Bill contains deceptive clauses intended to lease Maldivian land for 99 years, in violation of the Constitution. He further asserted that President Muizzu is well aware he would face a resounding defeat in any referendum regarding Ras Male', which is why the President has lacked the courage to call for such a vote.
Furthermore, Fayyaz stated that the defamation bill was proposed to dismantle democracy in the Maldives and completely silence dissenting voices. He asserted that Maldivians cannot be criminalized for their speech, writings, songs, or gestures.
Furthermore, Fayyaz alleged that the President's decision to revisit the discourse on the death penalty was a strategic move intended to silence the growing opposition against the Ras Male' project.
The question we must ask is why a leader who rose to power by wearing a religious cloak is suddenly calling for the execution of criminals. This comes at a time when it is becoming increasingly clear to the public that his actions regarding the Ras Male' project are entirely contrary to religious principles and show a lack of genuine devotion. I believe this sudden shift to discussing the death penalty is a calculated move to appeal to those in our society who support capital punishment. The true objective here is to silence critics and suppress the outcry over the secular and irreligious activities being carried out in Ras Male'.Fayyaz Ismail
Consequently, Fayyaz stated that the bills submitted by the government to Parliament pose a significant threat to the Maldives and its citizens.
