Looking forward to the second round on 28th, states EU

The European Union (EU) has stated that they look forward to the second round of the presidential election to be held on the 28th of September.

A statement published by The European Union Delegation to the Maldives and the EU Heads of Missions in Colombo accredited to the Maldives stated that they look forward to a peaceful transition, and that it is essential to ensure that the outcome of these elections fully respects the wishes of all Maldivians.

The EU encouraged all parties to respect the electoral process.

“The EU Delegation recalls that the international community recognised the first round of presidential elections as inclusive and credible, and considered that the outcome reflected the will of the Maldivian people,” the statement read.

The EU’s statement comes at a time when Jumhoory Party, who achieved third in the polls and rejected the results, has filed a case in Supreme Court asking for an annulment of the first round results.