Maldives: UN chief expresses concern at erosion of 'basic democratic norms and principles'
| Publisher | UN News Service |
| Publication Date | 27 July 2017 |
| Cite as | UN News Service, Maldives: UN chief expresses concern at erosion of 'basic democratic norms and principles', 27 July 2017, available at: https://www.refworld.org/docid/597afd254.html [accessed 27 May 2023] |
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Citing the gradual erosion of basic democratic norms and principles in the country, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres today called on the Government “to uphold the constitutionally guaranteed rights of speech and assembly.”
“The Secretary-General urges the Government to refrain from all acts that result in the harassment and intimidation of Members of Parliament, political parties, civil society and the media,” according to a statement issued by a UN spokesman.
Mr. Guterres “encourages effective dialogue and consultations on political issues,” concluded the statement.
