Opposition coalition gears up for first rally
The Maldives United Opposition is gearing up for its rally tonight despite the government’s refusal to grant permission to use a public venue in Malé.
21 Jul 2016, 9:00 AM
The Maldives United Opposition is gearing up for its first rally tonight despite the government’s refusal to grant permission to use a public venue in Malé.
The coalition announced Wednesday that the rally will begin at 9pm outside the Maldivian Democratic Party haruge (meeting hall) near the artificial beach in Malé.
MDP Secretary General Anas Abdul Sattar told the press that the housing ministry has not responded to a letter sent a week ago requesting one of three venues in the capital.
Speaking at the press conference, Adhaalath Party Spokesman Ali Zahir urged the police to respect the constitutional right to freedom of assembly.
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