No Confidence Motion Against Nasheed Remains Undecided in Parliament

The no-confidence motion against Speaker of Parliament Mohamed Nasheed, filed by the majority Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP), is currently undecided as the Peoples Majlis deliberates its acceptance.

Yesterday, a resolution backed by 49 members of the MDP was presented in parliament, igniting a debate regarding its legitimacy. 

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Speaker Nasheed expressed doubt about the resolution’s viability, while the parliamentary administration asserted that it complies with both the Constitution and parliamentary procedural rules.

The MDP parliamentary group had previously attempted to remove Speaker Nasheed from office but withdrew the resolution before the second round of the last presidential election.

The parliamentary rules stipulate that notice of such a resolution must be sent to the Speaker and MP’s within three days of receipt. Therefore, a decision is expected by 2:00 pm tomorrow, and notice of the resolution must be delivered to the Secretary General of Parliament.

The resolution will be presented during a non-official holiday meeting within 14 days after the notice’s expiration date. 

Subsequent parliamentary actions will depend on the resolution’s outcome, with Speaker Nasheed’s removal requiring a majority vote from the members present and voting.

The MDP’s resolution accuses Speaker Nasheed of introducing agenda items in violation of parliament rules, while essential bills and the oversight of government agencies and institutions are pending. 

It also alleges that Nasheed has repeatedly conducted sessions in contravention of parliamentary rules and has supported individuals attempting to disrupt the parliamentary system instead of upholding order.

In contrast, supporters of Speaker Nasheed from The Democrats argue that the MDP is attempting to obstruct President-elect Dr. Mohammed Muizzu’s swearing-in ceremony and conceal government corruption.