Maldives election monitoring open to foreign media
Gaining access to the Maldives has been tough for foreign media in the past two years.
22 Jul 2018, 9:00 AM
Foreign press wanting to report on the Maldives presidential election can apply to do so, the Elections Commission said, but it is unclear if they will have to undergo background checks.
The commission will authorise valid international monitoring applications submitted before the August 14 deadline, but warned action will be taken against journalists found to be reporting on the poll without prior permission.
Gaining access to the Maldives has been tough for foreign media in the past two years, with visa rules tightened after a documentary about alleged corruption and abuse of power by President Abdulla Yameen.
Immigration rules currently require foreign journalists to submit a vetting form, details of previous employment, travel history, qualifications, bank account details and a police certificate to get a work or business visa.
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