President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has said that he has begun his presidential election campaign with the largest coalition formed till date.
During his visit to Shaviyani atoll to launch his presidential campaign, President Solih stated that over 90 percent of the promises he made during his 2018 presidential campaign have been either fulfilled or are currently in progress.
The President highlighted that despite facing challenges, the government has achieved significant success and has worked towards providing a dignified life for the people.
Speaking to the residents of Shaviyani atoll Maroshi yesterday, President Solih emphasized that he is contesting the election with the largest coalition in the history of the Maldives, consisting of more than 77,700 registered members.
The President said that the number of registered members in the coalition is expected to increase to 90,000 as the election nears.
The Adaalath Party and the Maldives Development Alliance (MDA) have joined the President's coalition for his second-term bid. However, Jumhooree Party (JP), a member of the ruling Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) coalition, has declined to form an alliance with the President. Meanwhile, the Maldives Reform Movement (MRM) is yet to make a decision on the matter.
President Solih is accompanied by President of MDA Ahmed Siyam and President of Adaalath Party Imran Abdulla on his campaign tour.
While President Solih began his campaign for a second term, MDP President Mohamed Nasheed resigned from the party due to differences of opinion within the ruling Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP). Subsequently, members aligned with Nasheed formed a new party called The Democrats, and they have announced their intention to participate in the upcoming elections.
Campaigning under the slogan of "Ufaaveri, Amaan Raajje" which translate to “Happy, tranquil Maldives”, President Solih said that everyone desires a happy and tranquil Maldives which can be achieve through establishing a peaceful society. He stated that the government has worked hard to create such an environment, which the people are witnessing today.
"Every Maldivian should have the opportunity to live a happy life in the Maldives. Basic services are essential for a peace and contentment. We are committed to providing these services to all Maldivian citizens without any discrimination," President Solih said.
"Roads, ports, electricity, transportation, water, and sewerage systems are being established in addition to Tertiary hospitals and junior colleges."
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