The ruling People's National Congress (PNC) Senate today decided to award the party's 2028 presidential ticket to President Mohamed Muizzu without a primary election.
The resolution passed by the Senate stated that the decision to grant Muizzu the 2028 ticket was based on his merit for a second term and in accordance with the party’s charter, which stipulates that an incumbent president elected on the party ticket is eligible for the nomination without a primary.
The resolution was passed unanimously by the 1,019 members who participated in the Senate meeting.
The announcement that Muizzu would receive the 2028 ticket under the party's governing statutes was first made on November 23, 2024, by the Speaker of Parliament and PNC Chairperson, Abdul Raheem Abdulla.
"Our charter states that if an individual elected to the presidency on a PNC ticket wishes to seek a second term while in office, they shall receive the ticket without the need for a presidential primary," Abdul Raheem had previously stated.
All members attending the PNC Senate meeting supported the resolution, offering high praise for Muizzu and affirming that he deserves a second term in office.
While Muizzu’s candidacy for the PNC has now been confirmed, former President Abdulla Yameen has also announced his intention to contest the upcoming presidential election.
The main opposition party, the Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP), has yet to announce a date for its presidential primary. Several members of the MDP leadership have already expressed interest in competing for the party's ticket.
