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Outcomes of CPC’s sixth plenary session of its 19th Central Committee & a brief look into the future of China-Maldives relations.

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2 years ago

16/11/2021

Outcomes of CPC’s sixth plenary session of its 19^th Central Committee

On 11^th November 2021the Communist Party of China marked the end of its sixth plenary session of the 19^th Central Committee of the party. This session is arguably one of the most impactful plenary sessions the Communist Party of China has held in the past 100 years as it examined its past and remarked on what could be in store for China in the 2^nd centenary of the party, and by extension the world due to China’s status as a global economic powerhouse.

As a global superpower, the decisions made in the CPC’s sixth plenary session of the 19^th Central Committee of the party have a far- and wide-reaching effect on the globe. China’s policies directly affect the wellbeing and livelihood of the millions of people from various developing countries who are aided by China in alleviating their economic depressions.

The meeting attended by 197 members of the Central Committee along with 151 alternate members along scholars saw the party make some historic decisions which could have long-lasting effects on world history. At the session, the party acknowledged and discussed on the major achievements of the party in the past 100 years.

Members also agreed that the global geopolitical situation has grown increasingly complex in the past years, exacerbated by the global COVID-19 pandemic. They noted on the work done by China to curb the spread of the virus while simultaneously promoting socioeconomic development in China. China’s total eradication of extreme poverty was noted as testament to this.

President Xi Jinping who represented the Political Bureau of the party stated that they had achieved the first centenary’s vision of establishing a moderately prosperous society in China.

Over the course of the session, the attendees of the session noted that China had introduced a new form of diplomacy built around mutual respect. It was noted that China’s concept of a shared future for humanity and a human community was what lead to China’s exponential growth in the international diplomatic community as a pioneer in bilateral and multilateral relations based around win-win solutions for all.

This is evident as China has become one of the globe’s most influential nations with lasting relations with the majority of the globe. In essence, China is the world’s development partner.

The session ended with the announcement that their 20^th National Congress would be held in the latter half of 2022.

The sixth plenary session of the 19^th Central Committee of CPC effectively outlined on how China would continue towards the 2^nd centenary of CPC. Meaning, principles and pace of China’s policies to achieve the goals set for year 2121 were outlined in this session.

A brief look into the future of China-Maldives relations

Based on the points noted in the sixth plenary session of the 19^th Central Committee of China’s CPC, China will continue to lead itself as one of the global superpowers and it will continue to promote its concept of “shared future for humanity” and the “human community” concept.

This would have a positive impact on the developing world as it is a positive sign that China will continue to aid in development projects and enhance the trade relations between the countries.

For the Maldives, the ramifications from the CPC’s sixth plenary session of its 19^th Central Committee will have a decisive role in painting its future. Regardless of the local socioeconomic and political status, the Maldives is set to avail from China’s global outreach to aid developing countries. China’s policy of non-inteferrance in the domestic affairs of countries and its committed policy of recognizing the sovereignty of even small island nations sits well with the majority of the Maldivian population, who welcome China as a trade partner.

Based on the current recession experienced by the Maldives, it is likely that the Maldives will continue to seek China as a partner in trade and commerce.

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Nasheed to form new party

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11 months ago

17/05/2023

The main ruling Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP)’s leader Mohamed Nasheed has decided to form a new political party.

Nasheed initiated a separate political movement within MDP, ‘Fikuregge Dhirun’, following his loss in MDP’s presidential primary held back in January. After major conflicts with the government and its policies – all lawmakers from the faction tendered their resignation from MDP on Wednesday.

The move came after Central Henveiru MP Ali Azim was expelled from the party on Tuesday and banned from rejoining for at least one year over involvement in opposition political activities surrounding the Chagos archipelago dispute.

The 12 members who resigned from MDP on Wednesday are;

Parliament’s Deputy Speaker, North Galolhu MP Eva Abdulla
Ungoofaaru MP Mohamed Waheed (Wadde)
North Maafannu MP Imthiyaz Fahumy (Inthi)
West Henveiru MP Hassan Latheef
Hulhudhoo MP Ilyas Labeeb
North Kulhudhuffushi MP Yasir Abdul Latheef
Vilufushi MP Hassan Afeef
Central Maafannu MP Ibrahim Rasheed (Bonde)
Madaveli MP Hussain Firushan
Thoddoo MP Hassan Shiyan (Gita)
North Mahchangoalhi MP Mohamed Rasheed (Boadhigu)
Gadhdhoo MP Ahmed Zahir
All 12 members are close acquittances of Nasheed. MP Hassan Latheef, during a meeting at Bodufenvalhuge on Wednesday, announced Nasheed’s decision to form a new political party. The meeting was attended by supporters of Nasheed.

Should Nasheed form a new political party, that party would be the largest opposition party in terms of members in the parliament, thereby, the minority party. The minority party at present, opposition PPM-PNC coalition has only eight members in the parliament.

Despite the resignation of the 12 MPs, President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih continues to hold full control of the Parliament with 56 MPs.

Source(s): sun.mv

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MPs loyal to Nasheed leave MDP

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11 months ago

17/05/2023

Multiple members of the main ruling Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) loyal to the party’s leader Mohamed Nasheed have left the party.

The members who resigned from MDP include 12 MPs. They include Deputy Speaker Eva Abdulla, MP Mohamed Waheed, MP Imthiyaz Fahmy (Inthi), MP Hassan Latheef, MP Ilyas Labeeb, MP Yasir Abdul Latheef, MP Hassan Afeef, MP Ibrahim Rasheed (Bonde), MP Hussain Firushan, MP Hassan Shiyan, MP Mohamed Rasheed (Boadhigu), and MP Ahmed Zahir.

They submitted their resignation letters Wednesday.

The move comes after MDP’s parliamentary group had requested action against Inthi, Hassan Latheef, Ilyas, Yasir, and Central Henveiru MP Ali Azim earlier this week, for forming an alliance with the opposition Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM), Jumhoory Party (JP) and Maldives National Party (MNP), after accusing the government of failure to protect the interests of the Maldivian people in the case lodged with the International Tribunal of the Law of the Seas (ITLOS) over the disputed maritime territory between Maldives and Mauritius.

The party’s disciplinary committee decided to expel Azim from the party on Tuesday.

They are all members of Nasheed’s ‘Fikuregge Dhirun’ faction.

However, Nasheed has yet to resign from the party.

Despite the resignation of the 12 MPs, President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih continues to hold full control of the Parliament with 56 MPs.

Source(s): sun.mv

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The Cambodian Prime Minister arrives in the Maldives on an official visit

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1 year ago

15/01/2023

The Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, Samdech Akka Moha Sena Padei Techo Hun Sen, arrived Sunday morning on an official visit to the Maldives at the invitation of H.E. President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih. It is Samdech Techo Prime Minister Hun Sen’s first visit to the Maldives.

The Cambodian Prime Minister and accompanying delegation were received at Velana International Airport (VIA) by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Abdulla Shahid (ODRI). The government will hold a ceremony on Monday to officially welcome the Cambodian Prime Minister to the Maldives.

During the visit, President Solih would meet with Samdech Techo Prime Minister Hun Sen and hold official talks on strengthening bilateral cooperation, followed by the exchange of memoranda of understanding (MoUs) between the two countries. President Solih and the Cambodian Prime Minister would also deliver a joint statement on the outcomes of their discussions.

The Maldives and Cambodia established diplomatic relations on September 21, 1995.

Source(s): President Office.