Former President Mohamed Nasheed is the most appropriate person to take part in the political talks proposed by the government، says former Elections Commissioner Fuwad Thaufeeq.
Fuwad made his statement on a tweet he posted on Wednesday.
“President Nasheed، supported by 49% voters، is the most appropriate person for any political discussion. Government should accept the fact if sincere.”
Meanwhile، former president Nasheed is currently serving a 13 year prison sentence on terrorism charges. The government had stated that، although proposed، anyone serving a prison sentence cannot partake in the conference of political parties.
MDP proposed former President Mohamed Nasheed، chairperson Ali Waheed and PG leader Ibrahim Mohamed Solih in their delegation to meet with the Government.
The Government will discuss on issues pertaining the disputes among the political parties، seeking solutions to the disputes within the constitutional framework، collaborative works with the political parties on enhancing the sovereign system، judicial system and the democratic system of Maldives and further collaborative ventures for the development of the country.
The Government also extended invitation to Jumhooree Party and Adhaalath Party for the Conference of Political Parties.
The Government’s delegation for the political dialogue with JP and AP consists of Tourism Minister Ahmed Adeeb، President’s Office Minister Mohamed Hussain Shareef، Housing Minister Dr. Mohamed Muizzu and Environment Minister Thoriq Ibrahim.