Maldives: Government
Key Figures
- Chief of State:
- President Mohamed Muizzu
- Head of Government:
- President Mohamed Muizzu
Overview
- Government Name:
- Republic of Maldives
- Constitution:
- Adopted: 2008; Provides the legal foundation for the existence of the Republic of Maldives, sets out the rights and duties of citizens, and defines the structure of government.
- Government Type:
- Republic
Index of Economic Freedom
Grades each country on a scale of 0 to 100, based on ten freedoms, with 100 representing the greatest amount of economic autonomy from government intervention. Source: (2023)
Country Risk Rating
D
A high-risk political and economic situation and an often very difficult business environment can have a very significant impact on corporate payment behavior. Corporate default probability is very high. Source: (2024)
Government Branches
| Main Powers | Election Process | Election Cycle 1 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executive | The president is head of state and government, and is commander-in-chief of the Maldives National Defense Force. |
Elected by absolute majority vote through a two-round system. |
5 years |
| Judicial | Highest court for interpretation, protection, and enforcement of the constitution. |
Judges are appointed by the president in consultation with the Judicial Service Commission, and upon confirmation by voting members of the Peoples's Majlis. |
Mandatory retirement age of 70 |
| Legislative | The People's Majlis have the authority to enact, amend, and revise laws aside from the constitution. |
93 members are elected by plurality vote in single-member constituencies. |
5 years |
Regional Trade Blocs
International Organization Participation [2]
Environmental Agreements [3]
Tax Information [2]
- Tax Authority:
- Information not available
- Tax Name:
- Information not available
Sources:
- ElectionGuide
- EY,
- CIA World Factbook,
- U.S. Bilateral Relations Fact Sheets