Maldives: Adam Azim from Maldivian Democratic Party wins Male mayoral by-election

The Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) candidate Adam Azim on Saturday triumphed as Mayor of Maldives capital, Male and defeated Azima Shakoor from the ruling People's National Congress (PNC). Former Foreign Minister of Maldives Abdulla Shahid extended his wishes to Adam Azim and to the Maldivian Democratic Party on winning the mayoral elections. He further emphasised that Male has said a categorical "NO" to Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu and his policies within 58 days in office.