Ahmed Shamheed
17 articles
Emergency motion over sudden mass layoffs rejected
No reserves left; $500 million sukuk payment made using public deposits at BML: Shamheed
President Muizzu's administration has spent 12 billion rufiyaa in excess of the budget: Shamheed
Parliamentary sittings set to resume next week after 35-day hiatus
Government is misleading public by claiming a 'No' vote in referendum is necessary for cost-cutting; those funds will instead be diverted to Ras Male': Shamheed
Even during COVID-19 pandemic, financial status was disclosed daily; today, the Finance Minister's whereabouts remain unknown: Shamheed
Fuel prices were hiked as a means of generating revenue because the government has run out of funds: Shamheed
Even if President Muizzu wishes to do so, he cannot withdraw funds from the Maldives' usable reserves at his own discretion: MP Shamheed
If the conflict persists for two months, tourism could decline by 70%; the government lacks a strategic plan to sustain economy: Shamheed
Government is moving to abolish allowance for citizens aged 65 and over under the guise of cost-cutting measures, with a relevant bill already submitted to Parliament: Shamheed
Only three sittings held this term; Parliament remains deadlocked and in limbo as the government attempts to silence opposition: Shamheed
Combining two elections is a deception; proposing changes to an ongoing term is a dangerous move: MP Shamheed
Combining elections is an attempt to secure influence and power for 2028: Shamheed
This government, which came to power under the "Pro-Maldives" banner, has established a record for destroying the highest number of small businesses in history: MP Shamheed
President Muizzu makes pledges without any financial calculation; over 200 billion rufiyaa will be required just to fulfill the promises set for 2025, says MP Shamheed
