Rifts in government coalition over proposed budget
28 Dec 2013, 10:00 PM
Mariyath Mohamed
Ruling Progressive Party of the Maldives (PPM) and coalition partner Jumhooree Party (JP) have exchanged harsh criticisms following disagreements over the proposed budget for 2014.
President Abdulla Yameen has said coalition partners must let the PPM decide on the allocation of funds for the state budget.
In response, Jumhooree Party leader (JP) – and third placed candidate in this year’s presidential elections – Gasim Ibrahim has criticized the PPM for its alleged failure to consult the JP in compiling the proposed budget. Gasim’s backing was crucial in Yameen’s presidential win.
He is also the chair of the parliament’s Budget Review committee.
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