EXCLUSIVE: Maldives Parliamentary Elections Rescheduled for April 21 due to Unforeseen Circumstances

The Maldives' Parliamentary elections, initially slated for March 17, have been rescheduled for April 21 following the ratification of a Bill by President Mohamed Muizzu, granting the Election Commission authority to postpone the polls. The decision comes in response to a request for deferment from the opposition, citing the observance of Ramadan by practicing Muslims from March 10 to April 9, 2024. Ramadan, a month of prayer and fasting, prompted the postponement to accommodate religious observances and ensure broader participation in the electoral process. #Globalgossip