Maldives

Concerned at delay, Ban says Maldives run-off vote should be held as soon as possible

Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today voiced his concern at the decision by the Supreme Court in the Maldives to postpone the second round of the presidential election and said the run-off should be held as soon as possible.

Maldives: Ban urges respect for democracy ahead of second-round presidential vote

Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today urged all political leaders in the Maldives to live up to their responsibilities and respect the democratic process in the second round of the presidential election on 28 September.