Politics

Maldives opposition shows united front, urges supporters to “set aside differences”

Five rival opposition groups announced today a united front to remove President Abdulla Yameen from office, urging supporters to bridge differences to restore democracy.

01 Jun 2016, 9:00 AM
Five rival opposition groups announced today a united front to remove President Abdulla Yameen from office, urging supporters to bridge differences to restore democracy.
The group brings together the Maldivian Democratic Party, the Adhaalath Party, two of Yameen’s former deputies and his former defence minister.
Former Vice President Dr Mohamed Jameel Ahmed was named leader of the United Maldives Opposition.
The coalition was established in London.

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