In the Maldives, constitution is amended to require a referendum to change public opinion clause

The Parliament of Maldives today passed an amendment to the constitution which require public opinion for any changes to Article 262(b), which mandates public referendums for amendments to significant Articles in the Constitution. [ . . . ] On behalf of the government, Hulhudhoo MP Mohamed Shahid proposed adding a fourth clause to Article 262(b), stipulating that any amendments to Article 262(b) itself must also require public approval through a referendum. The amendment was passed by 78 votes in favour. This comes as President Dr Mohammed Muizzu has previously said he wants referendums to seek the consent of the public on some issues.
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