Elections Commission of Maldives has released funds for all political parties except for ruling Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM).
Speaking to PSM News, member and spokesperson Ahmed Akram confirmed the commission has paid all political parties with allowances except for the ruling party. Akram revealed PPM was not granted allowances due to an ongoing case at civil court.
The remaining USD 1.5 million allocated for political parties has been released, according to the electoral body. Elections Commission released funds in two rounds, with political parties receiving the first installment of funds in May. PPM will be receiving the largest portion of funds, which is estimated to be USD 647,415.
The funds are allocated depending on the membership of the party. In this regard, the second largest fund was given to Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) with USD 479,000. Meanwhile, Jumhooree party and Maldivian Development Alliance (MDA) was given USD 174,802.
Parties with more than 10,000 members are eligible for political party allowance, according to Political Parties Act.