An opposition member of the People’s Majlis has described the government’s proposed budget for 2027 as a “big scam” during debate on the spending plans.
MP Ameen made the remarks as lawmakers examined the proposal submitted by Finance Minister Hassan Zareer. The budget totals MVR 59.7 billion, MVR 4.5 billion less than the allocation for the current year, while projecting higher capital expenditure and a larger deficit.
Opposition voices have raised concerns about transparency, debt management and the overall fiscal direction. The ruling party holds a substantial majority and has highlighted the absence of a supplementary budget this year as evidence of improved discipline.
The Maldives Monetary Authority has separately advised the government to restrain recurrent spending growth and strengthen revenue collection to support medium-term deficit reduction targets.
