President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, on Monday, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring all Maldivian voices are heard and valued at every level of decision making.
He made the remark via post on X on the occasion of International Day of Democracy.
In his post, the President reaffirmed his administration’s commitment towards greater representation of women and youth to ensure all Maldivian voices are heard and valued at every level of decision-making.
Reflecting on the values of democracy, President Muizzu reiterated Maldives’ solidarity with all those fighting for their rightful place in the world, particularly the people of Palestine who have been denied the fundamental freedom to govern themselves.
Today, as we mark the #InternationalDayofDemocracy, let us stay dedicated to our journey towards greater representation of women and youth, ensuring that all Maldivian voices are heard and valued at every level of decision-making.Today, as we reflect on the values of democracy,…
— Dr Mohamed Muizzu (@MMuizzu) September 15, 2025
The International Day of Democracy was created by the UN General Assembly in 2007 and first observed on 15 September 2008. This date honors the 1997 adoption of the Universal Declaration on Democracy by the Inter-Parliamentary Union, which outlines core democratic values. The day aims to emphasize the value of democracy and inspire people to engage actively in political life.
Notably, President Muizzu’s remarks comes amidst a bill in the Parliament on public referendums which has been passed on Monday.  
The bill submitted by Parliament’s majority leader and Inguraidhoo constituency representative defines the circumstances under which public referendums can be held, as well as to specify the responsibilities of the relevant authorities.
Public referendums can be held to determine the following under the bill.
Issues concerning interests of the public
National issues
Amending fundamental rights and freedoms granted by the constitution
Changes to the parliamentary term
Changes to the presidential term
How the president is elected
Ratification of a bill by the president
Changes to Maldives’ territory