In the shimmering waters of the Maldives, a political storm is brewing, as the Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP), the prominent voice of the Opposition, gathers signatures to initiate a motion aimed at impeaching the incumbent President Mohamed Muizzu, known for his pro-China stance and perceived anti-India sentiments.
Reports from Sun Online International confirm the Opposition's move, revealing that the MDP, in collaboration with the Democrats, has amassed enough support for the impeachment motion. However, the motion is yet to find its way into the hallowed halls of the Parliament.
With 43 MPs from the MDP and an additional 13 from the Democrats in the 80-seat Parliament, the arithmetic of power seems to be shifting. According to Parliamentary norms, a total of 56 votes are required to oust a sitting President.
Tensions escalated further following a recent parliamentary session marred by chaos and discord. Opposition MPs found themselves locked out of the chamber, a move orchestrated by MPs aligned with the ruling Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) and People’s National Congress (PNC).
The turmoil reached a crescendo during a crucial vote concerning President Muizzu's cabinet appointments. The Opposition, notably the MDP, questioned the eligibility of several nominees from the ruling parties, leading to a standoff that disrupted parliamentary proceedings.
Videos circulating on social media depict the alarming scenes witnessed within the Parliament, with ruling party MPs resorting to disruptive tactics, from blowing trumpets near the Speaker's chair to physically obstructing Opposition members.
Amidst this political maelstrom, the Opposition also lodged a motion of no-confidence against Speaker Mohamed Aslam and Deputy Speaker Ahmed Saleem, intensifying the uncertainty gripping the archipelago.
As these tumultuous events unfold, the world watches closely, with concerned netizens sharing their apprehensions about the state of affairs in this picturesque nation.
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