Commonwealth envoy warned of ‘severe democracy deficit’ in Maldives

“The long-term detention of political leaders has eroded the government and the judiciary’s legitimacy. The inability of political leaders to participate in political life could prevent a credible presidential election in 2018,” reads Dr Willy Mutunga’s briefing note to the Commonwealth Ministerial Action Group.

Kenyan chief justice appointed Commonwealth special envoy to Maldives

Dr Willy Mutunga “will consult with all relevant stakeholders to encourage the strengthening of a pluralist, multi-party democracy, steps towards credible and inclusive presidential elections in 2018 and the advancement of reforms to give full effect to the separation of powers,” according to the Commonwealth.

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Commonwealth Special Envoy Sir Don McKinnon arrives in Male’ for post-CNI discussions

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MPs debate leaving Commonwealth

Commonwealth suspends Maldives from CMAG, calls for “formal” investigation with “international participation”