The Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) has called for applications of those wishing to compete in the party’s presidential primary.

Application submissions opened yesterday (February 18) and will continue until February 28.

The party’s elections committee member Mohamed Tholal told local media that members included in the party’s registry will be eligible to vote in the primary.

“Starting today, we have opened applications for those who want to compete in the party’s presidential primary. The applications will be handed and collected from the main party office, from today until 3:30pm on February 28,” Tholal said.