Archive · 19 Jun 2025
Maldives' Nasheed Rejoins MDP, Plans 2028 Presidential Run
Former President Nasheed, who used to be part of the MDP, has decided to rejoin the party along with his supporters.
He left the MDP last year and formed a new party called The Democrats.
The reason for rejoining is to strengthen the opposition and hopefully win the next local elections.
Leaders from the MDP have welcomed this decision.
Nasheed is also considering running for president in the 2028 election.
Former Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed and members of The Democrats rejoined the Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP).
The move was welcomed by MDP leaders.
Nasheed previously resigned from MDP in June 2023 and joined The Democrats.
The Democrats' National Assembly cited the need to unify efforts to win upcoming local elections.
Nasheed declared his intention to run in the 2028 presidential election.
- Who
- Mohamed Nasheed, former President of Maldives and The Democrats members.
- What
- Mohamed Nasheed and members of The Democrats rejoined the MDP.
- When
- Announced recently, following Nasheed's departure in June 2023.
- Where
- Maldives
- Why
- To strengthen the opposition and improve chances in upcoming elections.
Current political situation
No opposing sides present
Political Unification
Current political situation
MDP aims to win local council elections and restore public trust by unifying efforts.
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- Former President
- Mohamed Nasheed
- Former Party
- Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP)
- New Party
- The Democrats
- Current Role
- Secretary General of Climate Vulnerable Forum (CVF)
- Intention
- To run for president in 2028