Political parties issued MVR 23M from State budget

Political parties operating in Maldives have been issued their money from the State budget, says Ministry of Finance.

Statistics released by Ministry of Finance shows political parties were issued MVR 23 million. The money was issued this Sunday.

The money was issued this Sunday amid concern by political parties over the delay.

The highest amount this year went to ruling Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) – which currently holds the highest number of members. The party received MVR 10 million.

Opposition party, Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) received MVR 7.4 million. The party boasts the second highest number of members.

Jumhoory Party (JP) received MVR 2.7 million, and government aligned Maldives Development Alliance (MDA) received MVR 2.7 million.

Ministry of Finance has made no comment regarding the delay.