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has been a pivotal figure in the country's political scene. They are elected by members of the Majlis and serve as the presiding officer during parliamentary sessions. The
Speaker ensures that debates are conducted fairly, rules on procedural matters, and represents the Majlis in official capacities.
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Chairman Li Peng of the NPC Standing Committee, a delegation of the People's Majlis of the Republic of Maldives led by Hon. Abdulla Hameed, Speaker of the People's Majlis of the Republic of Maldives, will pay an official goodwill visit to China from August 16 to
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Maldives Ahmed Zahir and Deputy Speaker of the Bangladesh Parliament Muhammad Akhtar Hamid Siddiqui arrived here on Friday to participate in the CPA Asia Region National and Provincial Legislatures'
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on March 9, 1931. After its completion, the constitution was officially put into effect on
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Additionally, a Deputy
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