PPM secures 43-seat parliament majority with signing of JP MP Muhamma
10 Jul 2014, 2:03 PM
The ruling Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) has secured a 43-seat simple majority of parliament with the signing of Jumhooree Party (JP) MP Mohamed Abdulla ‘Muhamma’.
The MP for Ihavandhoo and former comedian-actor handed over his membership form to President Abdulla Yameen at a ceremony in Muleeage last night.
Speaking to press at the official presidential residence, Muhamma said he had pledged to work with the government when he contested the Ihavandhoo seat through the ruling coalition, adding that it was also the wish of his constituents.
The main reason for switching to the ruling party was “the progress of President Yameen’s economic policy,” he said.
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