Adhaalath Party announced last night that they will be joining into a coalition with ruling People's National Congress (PNC) and endorsing President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu in the 2028 Presidential Election. 

President Muizzu invited Adhaalath Party to join a coalition with the ruling party, stating that cooperation is needed from political parties to strengthen religious affairs, improve the country's economy, and defend Maldives' independence and sovereignty. 

Adhaalath Party's council passed a resolution last night deciding to accept the invitation. The resolution stated that the party will be working as a partner with the PNC for the rest of the term as well. 

Further, it stated that the party will act as a coalition partner of PNC in the 2028 presidential elections, and will endorse the party's presidential candidate, President Muizzu. 

The resolution reiterated that Adhaalath Party was founded to work towards building and protecting the Maldives' islamic identity, nationalism, independence and sovereignty. The party, from its establishment, has worked towards strengthening the Islamic faith and values, and contribute towards the development of the Maldives, the resolution reads. 

Adhaalath Party stated that it is in the best interests of the nation for the party to work alongside the ruling party to maintain political stability and national unity. 

Adhaalath Party was previously in a coalition with the MDP administration during former President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih's time in office. The party was also in alliance with the previous administrations of former Presidents Mohamed Nasheed and Abdulla Yameen. 

While a new leadership is currently leading Adhaalath Party, it's former president, former Home Minister Imran Abdulla, is actively working in opposition.