Leftwing group aims to challenge political establishment
Navaanavi decried the influence of big businesses and hidden campaign donors.
21 Feb 2019, 9:00 AM
Parliamentary candidates from a nascent leftwing group are seeking to challenge the parties that dominate Maldivian politics and form the “establishment,” drawing attention to the influence of big businesses and hidden campaign donors.
Navaanavai met the press Tuesday to introduce its two candidates, Fathimath Rishana for the Central Maafannu constituency in the capital and Ahmed Mohamed ‘Forme’ for the Dhaalu Kudahuvadhoo constituency.
Both were endorsed after a thorough vetting process, spokeswoman Fathimath Saaira told reporters.
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