President Muizzu Restructures Judicial Commission to Ensure Court Independence

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced plans to restructure the Judicial Service Commission, describing the move as essential for securing judicial independence and eliminating political interference in the justice system. Speaking to residents of Henveyru district in Malé City, President Muizzu emphasized his administration's commitment to non-interference in judicial matters. He rejected political vindictiveness and declared his intent to end external influence on court proceedings. "Neither I nor any government official has directed judges to detain political figures," President Muizzu stated, pointing to the strict enforcement of drug-related offenses as evidence of judicial autonomy. He noted that courts are now operating without the climate of fear that previously constrained justice administration. The president confirmed that legislative amendments will be introduced to alter the commission's composition, describing this initiative as the fulfilment of a central campaign pledge. He stressed that the public must witness the judiciary functioning freely in its true sense. The administration is also pursuing broader support measures for the ten-member commission and wider legal sector. These include a specialized sectoral budget in the coming year to address systemic challenges, alongside recent pay harmonization efforts that have improved compensation for judicial staff.