Ep 26: The End of Coalitions & MDP’s Future with Hassan Latheef

Are political coalitions actually necessary in our presidential system, or are they just a recipe for backdoor deals?In Episode 26 of Ehbasve Dhebasvamaa, hosts Naaif Ahmed and Hiriga Ahmed Zahir are joined by former parliamentarian Hassan Latheef to debate the complex math and hidden realities of Maldivian elections.With PNC winning the 2023 election essentially on their own, and smaller parties like JP and MRM securing a mere 1-2% of the vote, we ask the big question: Is the era of coalition politics finally over?We dive deep into the conflicting strategies for the upcoming 2028 elections. While former President Ibu Solih insists coalitions remain the only way to win, former President Mohamed Nasheed argues MDP is strong enough to win in a single round. Hassan Latheef breaks down this divide, alongside the grassroots frustration over disproportionate ministries being handed to untested parties like Adhaalath, and the glaring lack of transparency in past coalition agreements.If you want to understand the numbers, the strategy, and the future of Maldivian politics, this is a must-listen. A Dhauru original production.