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Maldives to hold referendum on merging key elections to cut costs

Maldives will hold a nationwide referendum on April 4. The vote will decide if presidential and parliamentary elections can be held together. This move aims to save approximately $8 million. President Mohamed Muizzu's administration is pushing for this reform. The country faces fiscal pressures despite a strong tourism sector. The referendum coincides with local council elections.

18 Feb 2026 1:08 pm