His comments come amid growing tensions within the ruling Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) over the government’s policies, mainly on corruption and religious extremism. While some MPs back President Solih’s “restrained” approach that they find politically prudent, other, disgruntled members support Mr. Nasheed’s “bold” ways. Mr. Nasheed was critically injured in the May 6 incident that police called a “terror attack”, and has since undergone multiple surgeries in Male, before being flown to Germany for further treatment. But others such as Jeehan Mahmood do not think President Solih has gone back from any of his commitments. President Solih is not stepping back from any of his promises.”

Source: The Hindu July 17, 2021 16:52 UTC