President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih affirmed his belief that Qasim Ibrahim is one of the most experienced politicians in Maldives and will not renounce the coalition even if Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) secures majority in the parliamentary elections.
When questioned about theories of Jumhooree Party (JP) leaving the coalition based on election results, during an interview with local media Mihaaru on March 27, President stated his belief that Qasim would understand the inner workings or a coalition, as well as the repercussions breaking up such an alliance.