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The people’s veto: Muizzu’s favorite phrase becomes his final warning

In a historic referendum, Maldivian citizens delivered a decisive rebuke to President Muizzu by rejecting proposed constitutional changes. The vote surpassed the president's previous electoral support, signaling a public demand for the state to stop manipulating the nation's foundational laws for political gain. This outcome reaffirms the separation of powers and establishes a clear boundary against government overreach, prioritizing national values over short-term political interests.