Bangladesh
Expansion of Colombo Security Conclave: Bangladesh Joins as Fifth Member
It is under India's National Security Adviser, Ajit Doval, that maritime security cooperation among countries along the Indian Ocean has been carried to the forefront through initiatives such as the CSC.The meeting also agreed to hold the 7th NSA-level meeting of the CSC in India later this year among member states.
Ex-Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia on 'deathbed', says BNP leader
According to a report in The Daily Star, Khaleda Zia, 78, was urgently taken to Evercare Hospital in Dhaka around 3:30 am on Saturday after falling ill at her residence, 'Firoza', in Gulshan.
China Commends Bangladesh Prime Minister Hasina's Decision to Reject foreign air base
Sheikh Hasina, 76, has been in power since 2009, and managed to secure her fifth term in January's elections, which were tainted by the absence of the country's biggest opposition party, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, or BNP, led by former Prime Minister Khalida Zia.
Foreign Minister Mahmud Stresses Bangladesh-India Relations for Development
Mahmud made the remark in reply to a question on the BNP's recent failed bid to kick-start an Indian goods boycott. He said such bids are bound to fail and would be turned down by the people if the BNP raises it again. He said any fresh bid to boycott Indian products would only help the BNP become isolated from the people without bringing any tangible benefit.
Criticism from UN, US, and UK on Bangladesh Polls Fairness; Global Leaders Applaud Hasina’s Victory
The US State Department expressed concern about the arrests of thousands of political opposition members and reported irregularities on election day in Bangladesh. The United States, along with other observers, deemed the elections not free or fair and regretted the non-participation of all parties. The State Department urged the government to investigate reports of violence and hold perpetrators accountable while encouraging political parties to reject violence.
Bangladesh PM Exudes Confidence in Securing Fourth Consecutive Term Victory
Regarding the opposition, Hasina remarked that the BNP is a party formed by a military dictator who seized state power, branding them as a party of terrorists with no belief in elections.
Bangladesh Polls Marred by Sporadic Violence, Records 27.15% Voter Turnout by 3:00 PM
The Election Commission secretary, Jahangir Alam, confirmed the turnout figure during a media briefing reported by The Daily Star.
Bangladesh Polls Marred by Sporadic Violence: 18.5% Turnout Reported Until 12:10 PM
Election Commission Secretary Jahangir Alam reported the turnout figure during a press conference, acknowledging the low numbers but expressing hopes for an increase as the day progresses.
Bangladesh Opposition Pledges Non-Cooperation Strategy to Halt Scheduled Polls
Urging a collective resistance, the country's major opposition urged citizens and officials to boycott the election and refrain from supporting the government, including refusing to pay taxes, as reported by Xinhua news agency.
Bangladesh General Election Scheduled for January 7, 2024
In a televised address to the nation, Commissioner Awal emphasized the constitutional obligation to conduct the national election within a span of 90 days.
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