PNC aims for 15-year power to build nation, Abdul Raheem says
Abdul Raheem made the statement while speaking to the media as part of the PNC’s efforts to increase its membership.
Ruling People's National Congress (PNC) Chairman Abdul Raheem Abdullah on Saturday emphasised the need for the PNC to stay in power for at least 15 years to fully implement its vision for the Maldives.
His remarks came during a PNC membership drive held in Hulhumale, where the party sought to boost its membership and solidify its political base.
Abdul Raheem made the statement while speaking to the media as part of the PNC’s efforts to increase its membership.
During the interview, he stressed that the PNC's governance should not be limited to the current five-year term but should extend to two full presidential terms.
“We are not just ruling for these five years,” Abdul Raheem said.
“Our goal is to secure a second term for President [Mohamed] Muizzu, and we are confident that we will achieve that.”
Abdul Raheem made it clear that the PNC is committed to creating change and building a country that reflects the people's desires. In his view, this requires a long-term plan with stable governance over a period of 10 to 15 years.
“Our main goal is to change the country from the current situation and build a country that serves the people. We need one government for 10 to 15 years to realise this vision,” he reiterated.
Abdul Raheem underscored that the party’s primary focus is to strengthen the government under President Muizzu, ensuring his leadership continues beyond the first term. This continuity, he believes, is essential for achieving lasting transformation in the country.
The PNC is currently engaged in a membership drive aimed at growing the party to become the largest in the Maldives. According to President Muizzu, the party aims to reach 75,000 members by the time the current government completes its first year in office next month.
“There is a lot of confidence that the target set by the President will be achieved,” Abdul Raheem said, adding that membership numbers have already surpassed 60,000.
He noted that the PNC's rapid membership growth is a testament to the public's acceptance of President Muizzu’s policies.
