All-party Talks

Ministers ‘lied’ on all-party talks to prevent Commonwealth action, says opposition

The opposition has denounced claims by the government that it had waived a condition for the release of jailed leaders and agreed to sit down for all-party talks, branding the move an attempt to fool the Commonwealth ahead of a crucial review of rights abuses today.

UN stresses importance of building trust ahead of all-party talks

Stressing the importance of building trust between Maldives political actors, the United Nations says it is willing to facilitate Maldives’ all-party talks “depending on the developments on the ground and the willingness of the parties.”

Government decides to relaunch political party talks

The move follow warnings from a visiting delegation from the European parliament that the EU will consider imposing sanctions against top Maldivian officials if the government does not release “political prisoners” and convene “genuine inter-party talks” with an international mediator if required.

Third meeting of talks cancelled

The government has cancelled a third meeting in ongoing talks with the MDP as some ministers are out of the country, the president’s office has said.

Progress in talks raises hope of end to crisis

Representatives of the government and the opposition expressed tonight optimism of a resolution to a six-month long political crisis with home minister stating the government is open to exploring avenues to release jailed politicians and withdraw charges against opposition supporters.

Leaders commit to reconciliation, prepare to begin talks

“I believe this is the time for a major reconciliation by finding a consensus through talks. The government, to show its sincerity, will make all the concessions we can,” Home minister Umar Naseer told the press following a meeting with MDP MP Ibrahim Mohamed Solih.

MDP proposes Indian mediator for all-party talks

JP proposes all-party talks in first meeting with government

MDP proposes radical roadmap for political reconciliation

Crisis in Maldives: Can talks succeed?

Government rejects ex-president as MDP representative in talks

Adhaalath Party decides against participation in opposition talks

MDP and JP reach agreement on defence of Constitution

MDP selects representatives for all-party talks

Nasheed urges President Yameen to convene all-party talks

Moderator of All-Party Talks resigns as MDP withdraws

Dissenting opinion in unity government coalition over MDP role in government

Government claims all-party talks consensus as MDP maintains “early” election calls

CNI criticism will “complicate” resolving all-party talks: Thasmeen

MDP denies involvement in Hulhumale’ demonstration against VP, pledges commitment to talks