โก ๐๐ฃ ๐ฉ๐๐ ๐ช๐ฅ๐๐ค๐ข๐๐ฃ๐ ๐๐๐ก๐๐๐ซ๐๐๐ฃ ๐ฅ๐ง๐๐จ๐๐๐๐ฃ๐ฉ๐๐๐ก ๐ง๐๐๐, ๐ฉ๐๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ง๐ 8 ๐๐๐ฃ๐๐๐๐๐ฉ๐๐จ ๐ซ๐ฎ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐๐ค๐ง ๐ก๐๐๐๐๐ง๐จ๐๐๐ฅ, ๐๐๐๐ ๐ฌ๐๐ฉ๐ ๐ฉ๐๐๐๐ง ๐ค๐ฌ๐ฃ ๐ฅ๐ง๐ค๐ข๐๐จ๐๐จ ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐ซ๐๐จ๐๐ค๐ฃ๐จ ๐๐ค๐ง ๐ฉ๐๐ ๐๐ค๐ช๐ฃ๐ฉ๐ง๐ฎ. ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ก๐๐๐ซ๐๐จ ๐๐๐จ ๐ ๐๐๐จ๐ฉ๐ค๐ง๐ฎ ๐ค๐ ๐ฅ๐ค๐ก๐๐ฉ๐๐๐๐ก ๐ฉ๐ช๐ง๐๐ช๐ก๐๐ฃ๐๐, ๐ข๐๐ ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐ฉ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐จ๐๐ค๐ฃ ๐ค๐ ๐ฌ๐๐ค ๐ฉ๐ค ๐ซ๐ค๐ฉ๐ ๐๐ค๐ง ๐ ๐๐๐๐ก๐ก๐๐ฃ๐๐๐ฃ๐ ๐ค๐ฃ๐. ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ฃ๐๐๐๐๐ฉ๐๐จ' ๐ฅ๐ก๐๐๐๐๐จ ๐๐ค๐ซ๐๐ง ๐ ๐ฌ๐๐๐ ๐ง๐๐ฃ๐๐ ๐ค๐ ๐๐จ๐จ๐ช๐๐จ, ๐๐ง๐ค๐ข ๐๐๐ค๐ฃ๐ค๐ข๐๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐๐ก๐ค๐ฅ๐ข๐๐ฃ๐ฉ ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐จ๐ค๐๐๐๐ก ๐ฌ๐๐ก๐๐๐ง๐ ๐ฉ๐ค ๐๐ค๐ซ๐๐ง๐ฃ๐๐ฃ๐๐ ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐๐ค๐ง๐๐๐๐ฃ ๐ฅ๐ค๐ก๐๐๐ฎ. ๐๐๐๐ก๐ ๐ฉ๐๐๐จ๐ ๐ฅ๐ก๐๐๐๐๐จ ๐ค๐๐๐๐ง ๐๐ค๐ฅ๐ ๐๐ค๐ง ๐ ๐๐ง๐๐๐๐ฉ๐๐ง ๐๐ช๐ฉ๐ช๐ง๐, ๐๐ฉ'๐จ ๐๐จ๐จ๐๐ฃ๐ฉ๐๐๐ก ๐ฉ๐ค ๐๐ง๐๐ฉ๐๐๐๐ก๐ก๐ฎ ๐๐จ๐จ๐๐จ๐จ ๐ฉ๐๐๐๐ง ๐๐๐๐จ๐๐๐๐ก๐๐ฉ๐ฎ ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐๐ค๐ฃ๐จ๐๐๐๐ง ๐ฉ๐๐ ๐๐๐ฃ๐๐๐๐๐ฉ๐๐จ' ๐ฉ๐ง๐๐๐ ๐ง๐๐๐ค๐ง๐๐จ ๐๐ฃ ๐๐๐ก๐๐ซ๐๐ง๐๐ฃ๐ ๐ค๐ฃ ๐ฅ๐๐จ๐ฉ ๐ฅ๐ง๐ค๐ข๐๐จ๐๐จ. ๐๐ก๐ฉ๐๐ข๐๐ฉ๐๐ก๐ฎ, ๐ฉ๐๐ ๐๐๐ค๐๐๐ ๐ข๐๐๐ ๐๐ฃ ๐ฉ๐๐๐จ ๐๐ก๐๐๐ฉ๐๐ค๐ฃ ๐ฌ๐๐ก๐ก ๐จ๐๐๐ฅ๐ ๐ฉ๐๐ ๐๐๐ก๐๐๐ซ๐๐จ' ๐๐๐จ๐ฉ๐๐ฃ๐ฎ ๐๐ค๐ง ๐ฉ๐๐ ๐ฃ๐๐ญ๐ฉ ๐๐๐ซ๐ ๐ฎ๐๐๐ง๐จ.
In this presidential race we have 8 candidates contending for our nation's future.
โWho Do We Vote For?โ
Isn't this the question that has plagued each of us in recent weeks? While some of us have already made up our minds, others find themselves in a perplexing dilemma.
The Maldives has a long history of turbulent politics. Betrayals and coalition breakdowns are not recent developments; they've been part of our political landscape for years.
Let's rewind a bit to Ameen Didi, who, despite personally favoring a constitutional monarchy, declined the throne for the sake of his people.
During his tenure, while he was seeking medical treatment abroad, his own Vice President fomented opposition that led to one of the darkest chapters in our history, when our very first president was forced to kneel โ a horrifying event, to say the least.
And this is not an isolated incident; consider the case of Rehendhi Khadeeja. She killed for the throne more than once, even at the cost of her siblings and husbands. So, Iโm not reaching when I say this inclination towards treachery runs deep in our political DNA.
Now, let's look at the upcoming presidential election. With eight candidates in the race, a second round of voting appears highly likely, as our constitution stipulates that a candidate must secure at least 51% of the votes to win. With such 8 candidates running, achieving that threshold becomes a challenging task for any single candidate. But if they win from the first round, that would be a massive win.
In a world where prospects appear bleak for those without generational wealth, we hold onto hope for a brighter future, but can we realistically expect it?
Now, as we assess what these candidates promise, remember that their personalities may not define their actions in office. Power, money, and corrupt agendas often exert their influence, regardless of the individual.
So, as we delve into the pledges of these contenders, I hope it aids you in making your voting decision. Whether we like it or not, the quality of our lives for the next five years hinges on the outcome of this election.
Letโs look at the pledges from the 8 candidates and see where their policies will lead us.
Candidate Number 1: Umar Naseer
โข Independent Candidate: Umar Naseer (Former Minister of Home Affairs)
โข Running Mate: Adam Saleem (Former Deputy Home Minister)
Do you all recall the familiar slogan, "Hallakee Umaru"? Yes, that's the one. Umar Naseer, who came close to running in the 2018 elections, has now officially announced his candidacy for 2023. He has firmly pledged not to forge any coalitions and even committed to stepping down from the race if he doesn't secure victory in the initial round.
In 2018, he took to Facebook, sharing his contact number and encouraging people to reach out through any available means, aiming to gather public sentiments to shape his manifesto.
Here are the core pledges for his potential term:
โฃ Drug Control: Umar Naseer is determined to combat the pressing drug issue, viewing it as crucial to the nation's well-being, with direct benefits for its citizens.
โฃ Drug Rehabilitation Island: He envisions the establishment of a dedicated island for drug rehabilitation, addressing this challenge head-on.
โฃ Rule Adherence: Umar Naseer is unwavering in his commitment to strict adherence to rules and regulations, fostering a culture of lawfulness.
โฃ National Service: He proposes the introduction of mandatory National Service for male school graduates, contributing to personal growth and national development.
โฃ Peace and Security: His vision centers on creating a peaceful and secure nation, ensuring the well-being of all its people.
โฃ Foreign Policy: Umar Naseer aims to reform foreign policies, including addressing the presence of the Indian military in the country.
โฃ Islamic Sharia: He will be enforcing islamic Shariah law for major offenses.
Umar Naseer's candidacy represents a renewed commitment to these critical issues and a vision for a safer, more prosperous nation.
Candidate Number 2: Hassan Zameel
โข Independent Candidate: Hassan Zameel (Former Deputy Minister of Defense)
โข Running Mate: Mariyam Aleem (Wife of Hassan Zameel)
Hassan Zameel emerged as a surprising candidate, unexpectedly drawing widespread attention by choosing his dear wife as his Running Mate.
Here are his key commitments for a potential term:
Heyobadhalakah โ For a better change:
โฃ Unifying Society: Promoting Islamic values and a united community.
โฃ Healthcare Excellence: Improving healthcare salaries and facilities.
โฃ Substance Abuse Rehabilitation: Enhancing rehabilitation for substance abuse.
โฃ Promoting Wellness: Encouraging sports and fitness activities. Education Transformation: Equipping students with essential skills and support.
โฃ Family Support: Providing financial incentives for parents staying at home.
โฃ Elderly and Differently Abled Care: Enhancing facilities and wages for the elderly and differently-abled.
โฃ Subsidy Revisions: Revising subsidies, assisting with utility bills, and targeted support.
โฃ Fair Wages: Advocating for a minimum wage for equitable compensation.
โฃ Consumer Protection: Regulating retail prices for fairness.
โฃ Empowering Women: Commitment to women's empowerment.
โฃ Government Efficiency: Leveraging technology for better public service.
โฃ Streamlining Government: Centralizing government operations. Immigration Control: Addressing illegal immigration.
โฃ Justice: Resolving pending murder and kidnapping trials.
โฃ Anti-Corruption Measures: Eradicating corruption and supporting anti-corruption efforts.
โฃ Wealth Investigation: Investigating the sources of wealth and enforcing legality.
โฃ Population Consolidation: Centralizing smaller populations for cost reduction.
โฃ Tourism Revenue: Establishing a government mechanism for tourism payments.
โฃ Diversifying Agriculture: Expanding fishing and agriculture, including food processing.
โฃ Promoting Handicraft Work: Encouraging traditional handicrafts and authentic product marketing.
โฃ Infrastructure Upgrades: Implementing bridge tolls, revising taxes, and improving transportation.
โฃ Technological Advancement: Introducing affordable, state-of-the-art technology.
โฃ Sovereignty and International Relations: Maintaining independence and fostering international relationships.
These pledges cover a wide range of important issues, from healthcare and education to social support, economic development, and governance improvements.
Read the complete manifesto here: https://shorturl.at/BEHS7
Candidate number 3: Ibrahim Mohamed Solih
โข MDP Candidate: Ibrahim Mohamed Solih (President of the Maldives and leader of MDP)
โข Running mate: Mohamed Aslam (MP for North Hithadhoo)
Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, the President of the Maldives and leader of the Maldivian Democratic Party, is running for a second term despite a fallout with his former ally, Mohamed Nasheed.
Here are some of his key pledges for the next five years:
Ufaaveri Amaan Raajje โ A happier, peaceful Maldives:
โฃ Establishing technology and business hubs.
โฃ Implementing insolvency protection for businesses.
โฃ Creating a legal framework for intellectual property rights.
โฃ Developing alternative dispute resolution.
โฃ Introducing Financial Consumer Protection Act and data privacy regulations.
โฃ Transitioning to e-procurement.
โฃ Establishing an SME Islamic bank.
โฃ Encouraging SME lending and alternative credit scoring.
โฃ Expanding SME Development Finance Corporation.
โฃ Offering green finance and social impact bonds.
โฃ Providing financing without mortgage or equity.
โฃ Expanding grant programs for self-employed.
โฃ Enhancing business incubation and accelerator programs.
โฃ Establishing affordable business spaces.
โฃ Modernizing payment services.
โฃ Reforming the subsidy system.
โฃ Investing in renewable energy, digital infrastructure, healthcare, and agriculture.
โฃ Extending debt maturity and lowering costs.
โฃ Enhancing the financial sector's competitiveness.
โฃ Introducing National Home Takaful/Insurance Scheme.
โฃ Allocating more funds to councils.
โฃ Facilitating borrowing agreements.
โฃ Establishing regional community banks.
โฃ Developing atoll councils into resource centers.
โฃ Allocating picnic islands for provinces.
โฃ Strengthening local council capacity.
โฃ Digitizing council operations.
โฃ Ensuring accountability of council employees.
โฃ Increasing council employee salaries.
โฃ Constructing modern council buildings.
These commitments encompass a diverse array of critical concerns, spanning from economic growth and community administration to healthcare and the empowerment of young individuals. The MDP's manifesto is highly comprehensive, addressing numerous other areas as well.
Read the complete manifesto here: https://shorturl.at/nvBGZ
Candidate number 4: Dr. Mohamed Muizzu
โข PPM PNC Candidate: Dr. Mohamed Muizzu (Mayor of Malรฉ and former Minister of Housing and Infrastructure)
โข Running Mate: Hussain Mohamed Latheef (MP for Faresmaathoda)
Dr Muizzu emphasizes the significance of the upcoming election, aiming to stabilize the economy and reshape societal values through his pledges.
Dhiveheenge Raajje โ A Maldives that belongs to itโs people.
โฃ Enabling online payment gateways and global e-commerce access.
โฃ Creating new job opportunities for Maldivian youth.
โฃ Encouraging social work and related professions.
โฃ Providing access to trade stocks, forex, and cryptocurrency.
โฃ Prioritizing young families in housing schemes.
โฃ Providing collateral-free start-up loans.
โฃ Strengthening copyright legislation.
โฃ Certifying gender equality entities.
โฃ Strengthening legislative measures for gender equality.
โฃ Increasing women's representation in senior civil service positions.
โฃ Supporting women employees in tourism and hospitality.
โฃ Launching an entrepreneurship scheme for women.
โฃ Providing subsidies and discounts for women entrepreneurs.
โฃ Enhancing women's healthcare services.
โฃ Reforming the Family Act.
โฃ Providing rescue diving-level certification courses.
โฃ Implementing a comprehensive housing solution.
โฃ Adding 80,000 housing units in Greater Male' Region.
โฃ Offering easy-repayment bank loans.
โฃ Ensuring social housing for eligible recipients.
โฃ Tripling the budgetary allocation for social care.
โฃ Enacting comprehensive mental health legislation.
โฃ Establishing a state-of-the-art disability center.
โฃ Expanding Dharmavantha Hospital.
โฃ Ensuring affordable pharmaceuticals.
โฃ Establishing oncology services.
โฃ Building a national maternity and childcare hospital.
โฃ Expanding healthcare services for young couples.
โฃ Paving streets in every city.
โฃ Implementing green procurement principles.
These proposals cover a wide range of policy areas, from youth empowerment, gender equality, fisheries, and housing to healthcare, education, digital economy, and environmental sustainability.
Read the complete manifesto here: https://shorturl.at/GNTU0
Candidate number 5: Qasim Ibrahim
โข Jumhooree Party Candidate: Qasim Ibrahim (former Speaker of the People's Majlis and leader of Jumhooree Party)
โข Running Mate: Dr. Ameen Ibrahim (Partyโs Deputy Leader)
Qasim Ibrahim promises that he has the experience and competence necessary to lead our people along this journey to a better future through his pledges.
Haaskandaalaa! Hamajeheyne. โ Donโt worry, it will be setted.
โฃ Protect the Islamic personality of Maldives.
โฃ Protect the independence and sovereignty of Maldives.
โฃ Not making unfulfilled promises for the purpose of getting votes.
โฃ Protect the people's property and be fully responsible for their money.
โฃ Involve all citizens in development.
โฃ Get rid of debt and accelerate the economy to benefit everyone.
โฃ Ensure full and prompt access to health care.
โฃ Provide modern education and training.
โฃ Make full use of modern technology in the development of Maldives.
โฃ End housing anxiety.
โฃ Ensure a fair, safe environment.
โฃ Provide safety, care, and sufficiency for people with special needs.
โฃ Building a compassionate, equal, and moral society.
โฃ Protect children's rights, empower women, and give due respect and care to Israelis.
โฃ Not allow any religion other than the holy religion of Islam in the Maldives.
โฃ Publish the Quran Tafseer in Dhivehi within 2 years.
โฃ Establish Islamic centers in Uppsala, North, and South.
โฃ Send 100 people over the age of 65 for Hajj every year at government expense.
โฃ Establish a rule for commutation and pardon of prisoners who memorize the Qur'an.
โฃ Protect the countryโs borders and independence.
โฃ Not allow any foreign military base to be established in Maldives.
โฃ Start the work of recovering the lost part of Maldives's waters on the first day of my administration.
โฃ Establish an air force capable of air surveillance and emergency services.
โฃ Establish a navy in Maldives to maintain the country's maritime territory.
โฃ Maintain Maldives's border security with the help of advanced technology.
โฃ Pursue an independent foreign policy. Promote economic diplomacy and seek financial assistance and foreign investment.
โฃ Promote human rights in the international arena.
โฃ Establish diplomatic relations with more countries and further strengthen relations with foreign countries and international organizations.
โฃ Ensure justice by providing modern facilities to the justice forces and encouraging speedy administration of justice.
โฃ These pledges cover a range of critical issues, from governance and national security to social welfare and economic development.
These pledges offer a roadmap for the Maldives to navigate its path forward, with a focus on preserving its cultural and Islamic identity while embracing progress and inclusivity.
Read the complete manifesto here: https://shorturl.at/bhiyY
Candidate number 6: Ahmed Faris Maumoon
โข Independent Candidate: Ahmed Faris Maumoon (Dhiggaru Parliament Member and the son of former president Maumoon Abdul Gayoom)
โข Running Mate: Dr. Abdul Sattar
Faris, as the son of former President Maumoon Abdul Gayyoom, has often faced indifference from the public solely due to his lineage.
His pledges encompass inclusive, youth-oriented approaches and contemporary solutions aimed at ensuring a sustainable future.
โฃ Create a powerful National Planning Council composed of technical experts to plan development projects.
โฃ Govern in accordance with international best practices.
โฃ Reduce political positions and appoint professionals to them. Protect the legal territory of Maldives.
โฃ Plan and implement strategies to build a patriotic younger generation.
โฃ Strengthen relations with all friendly countries without prioritizing any particular party.
โฃ Empower and change the composition of the Fatwa Council.
โฃ Uphold the true beliefs and principles of Islam.
โฃ Prevent the allowance of religions other than Islam in Maldives.
โฃ Create a bicameral legislature.
โฃ Implement quotas to increase women's representation in parliament.
โฃ Establish national constituencies for people with disabilities and professionals in parliament.
โฃ Ensure independence of independent institutions.
โฃ Appoint educationally qualified members to independent institutions.
โฃ Set conditions for removal of independent institution members.
โฃ Empower councils and women's development committees for decentralization.
โฃ Study and adapt the decentralization system.
โฃ Expand direct revenue to village councils.
โฃ Establish an independent Presidential Commission on Prison Reform.
โฃ Reduce prison population through non-custodial measures.
โฃ Improve police's reputation and depoliticize the force.
โฃ Ensure an independent judicial system free from influence.
โฃ Identify and rectify negligence in the judicial sector.
โฃ Formulate and implement a master plan for the judiciary.
โฃ Ensure safety and security in the workplace.
โฃ Implement policies prioritizing natives in employment.
โฃ Address salary and allowance discrimination between locals and foreigners in the same job.
โฃ Strengthen social security and provide targeted assistance. Reduce the price of essential goods.
โฃ Amend the Pensions Act to provide elderly pensions for those over 65, excluding state pensioners.
These pledges offer a comprehensive roadmap for the betterment of Maldivian society, economy, and governance.
Read the complete manifesto here: https://shorturl.at/bdmqN
Candidate number 7: Ilyas Labeeb
โข The Democrats Candidate: Ilyas Labeeb (Hulhudhoo Parliament Member)
โข Running Mate: Hussain Amr as( Former Managing Director STO)
Ilyas Labeeb is the candidate endorsed by Mohamed Nasheed and represents the Democratic Party. This new political entity was founded by Mohamed Nasheed following his disagreement with the current president and former ally, Ibrahim Mohamed Solih.
Farudhee Thanavaskan, aburuveri hayaatheh โ Individual prosperity and a dignified life!
โฃ Increase household incomes and individual earnings.
โฃ Ensure prosperity for all islands, cities, and atolls.
โฃ Provide financial, administrative, and technical support for productivity and labor.
โฃ Protect and preserve the religion of Islam.
โฃ Ensure the autonomy and sovereignty of the Maldives.
โฃ Create a technology-friendly economy.
โฃ Decentralize authority and responsibilities.
โฃ Ensure equal access to resources for every individual.
โฃ Provide opportunities for education, training, job security, income, housing, healthcare, and living conditions.
โฃ Implement sustainable development projects.
โฃ Distribute resources and wealth equally among all islands.
โฃ Promote gender equality in economic and social matters. Engage youth, women, and those with disabilities in economic and social endeavors.
โฃ Focus on incorporating senior citizens in the productive fabric of society.
โฃ Strengthen social security and assistance programs.
โฃ Reduce the cost of living, including the price of essential goods.
โฃ Improve child welfare and crime prevention programs. Conduct an audit of the state asset registry, including natural capital.
โฃ Diversify the economy and introduce new industries.
โฃ Review and strengthen the tax system.
โฃ Revise the national curriculum and empower schools.
โฃ Enhance gender-based violence prevention efforts.
โฃ Support the informal sector and job creation.
โฃ Promote internships for students in government agencies.
โฃ Ensure access to education and suitable jobs for highly educated individuals.
โฃ Review government loans for higher education.
โฃ Establish digital banking and financial services.
โฃ Develop a long-term national development plan.
โฃ Promote regional development and special economic zones.
โฃ Support and market the tourism industry based on its unique characteristics.
These pledges encompass various aspects of governance, including economic development, education, healthcare, social welfare, environmental sustainability, gender equality, and foreign policy. They represent a comprehensive approach to improving the quality of life for the people of the Maldives and fostering the nation's growth and stability.
Read the complete manifesto here: https://shorturl.at/rB126
Candidate number 8: Mohamed Nazim
โข Maldives National Party candidate Mohamed Nazim (former Minister of Defence and National Security and leader of Maldives National Party)
โข Running Mate: Dr. Ahmed Adeel Naseer (former principal of Addu Muhibbuddin School)
Mohamed Nazim stands out as one of the first candidates to launch their presidential campaign for this term. Despite being a member of a relatively new political party, they have been actively working to gain prominence and compete with the established major parties. Nazim's candidacy is shrouded in controversy, as it is alleged that he was involved in the February 07 coup, which he denies, asserting that he was only carrying out his official duties.
His pledges include:
Ujaalaa Zamaan โ A promising time.
โฃ Uphold Islamic principles in government administration and treat the people with compassion.
โฃ Ensure freedom for religious scholars to speak the truth. Change societal attitudes towards youth and improve their perception.
โฃ Create a register of eligible housing recipients at age 18.
โฃ Provide housing and reduce housing loan interest rates to 6%.
โฃ Establish a Ministry of Happiness for people's well-being.
โฃ Allocate a Rs. 1 billion fund to address people's exceptional difficulties in the first year of government.
โฃ Facilitate housing loans with land registry submission.
โฃ Ensure housing and lower housing loan interest rates to 6%.
โฃ Reform social housing for fair and equitable access.
โฃ Enhance regional hospitals' support to Atoll Health Centres. Offer the first 100 units of domestic electricity and 3000 liters of water per month for free.
โฃ Provide free household waste disposal.
โฃ Revise the school system and eliminate compulsory tuition.
โฃ Ensure food security for a healthy society.
โฃ Strengthen the MFDA's capacity to monitor food chemical content, including pesticides.
โฃ Enact a Food Safety Act.
โฃ Subsidize daycare services to promote employment for parents.
โฃ Set the civil service retirement age at 65 to eliminate job loss fears.
โฃ Eliminate benefits gap between foreign and Dhvehi employees in technical positions.
โฃ Strengthen the sports and recreation sector by delegating regulation to sports associations and ending monopolies.
โฃ Provide a fasting allowance of Rs. 3,000 to Dhivehi citizens over 18 during Ramadan.
โฃ Offer a Rs. 5,000 allowance for each newborn child.
โฃ Establish public toilets in densely populated areas and villages.
โฃ Introduce a special pension scheme for fishermen, farmers, and other workers.
โฃ Ensure adequate pensions based on length of service for former government employees.
โฃ Allow a 30% pension fund withdrawal at age 55. Centralize women's policy and economic empowerment, separate from social issues.
โฃ Empower women with factory-style work and job provisions in large settlements.
โฃ Develop an early learning curriculum with modern technology and incorporate daycare into learning.
These pledges range from promoting Islamic principles and compassion in government to economic empowerment, education, healthcare, and environmental sustainability.
Read the complete manifesto here: https://shorturl.at/yDI58
Itโs essential for us and policymakers to critically assess each candidate's promises. Some pledges may indeed be overly ambitious or lacking in concrete plans for implementation.
Ultimately, we should also consider the feasibility of these pledges, the track record of the candidates in delivering on past promises, and the broader economic and political context in the Maldives when evaluating the viability of these ambitious proposals. While aspirational pledges can inspire hope, a realistic and well-thought-out approach is essential for achieving meaningful progress in the country.
In examining the pledges put forth by the eight presidential candidates, it becomes evident that each candidate brings their own vision and priorities for the future of the Maldives. These manifestos encompass a wide array of policies and reforms that touch upon nearly every aspect of governance and society.
As we, the people of the Maldives evaluate these pledges and choose their next leader, we face the task of selecting a candidate whose vision aligns with our aspirations for the future.
The upcoming election will ultimately determine the path the Maldives takes in the coming years, and the success of these pledges will depend on effective implementation and continued commitment to their ideals. The nation's destiny lies in our hands as we cast our votes and shape the direction of our beloved country.