New crimes set to be part of Maldives Penal Code

The existing Penal Code came into effect nearly 10 years after it was first drafted.

Gayoom loyalists air grievances against Yameen on Raajje TV

Gayoom’s deputies accused Yameen of authoritarianism and hypocrisy in an unprecedented appearance on Raajje TV, and took a swipe at what they described as his unwillingness to contest presidential primaries for the 2018 polls.

“The JP supports the JP”: Jumhooree Party opts to play it safe

Hussein Rasheed Hassan says the bitter experiences the Jumhooree Party has had in the past prevent them from taking sides in the ongoing PPM dispute or align itself with the opposition.

MDP vows to continue protests until demands are met

PPM conditions development on by-election win

Addu City councillor signs for PPM

PPM by-election campaign underway

Opposition alliance a “waste of time”, says Gayoom

Transparency Maldives notes “grave concern” over undemocratic trends

Yameen pledges to end violent crime at ‘Successful 365 Days’ rally

PPM dismisses rumors Gayoom may leave party

MDP criticises proposed 2015 state budget as “aimless”

PPM MPs to vote Muhthaz for PG in defiance of party leader’s appeal

JP to sue three MPs for switching parties

Former Progressive Coalition partners dispute validity of agreement

Government submitting bills to Majlis at “remarkable speed”, says PPM group leader

Political adjustments – The Weekly Review

VP says government work unaffected by coalition split as JP ministers suspended

Government offers MVR1 million reward if national team reaches AFC Cup semi-finals

PPM MP sentenced to four years in exile for embezzlement