Bangladesh
Bangladesh: Muhammad Yunus Targeted as Political Parties Criticize Interim Govt for Election Delays
The violent revolt that resulted in the removal of the Awami League witnessed various political forces coming together, which resulted in the establishment of an interim government headed by Muhammad Yunus.
Under Pressure, Yunus Defers Election Participation Decision to Awami League and Poll Commission
"They (the Awami League) will have to make that decision; I am not in a position to decide on their behalf. It is the Election Commission which decides who takes part in the elections," Yunus said in an interview with a British public service broadcaster, local media reported.
Bangladesh Seeks Stronger Ties with India, Hopes for Visa Resumption
As quoted in local media, Touhid Hossain, Foreign Affairs Adviser to the caretaker government of Muhammad Yunus, stressed that Bangladesh is keen on enhancing the country's relationship with India. He reaffirmed that Dhaka has always been adamant on having a clear position regarding enhancing bilateral relations.
Bangladesh Army Chief Warns Politicians: Infighting Threatens National Sovereignty
"I am issuing a warning. You cannot later claim that I did not issue a warning," he said during an event honoring the army officers who lost their lives in the 2009 Pilkhana massacre.
Sheikh Hasina Accuses Yunus Government of Turning Bangladesh into a Terrorism Hub
She denounced Yunus for his acknowledged lack of experience as a governor, calling on him to retire. She also accused him of doing nothing while last year's student riots about her quota reforms killed several policemen, claiming his failure let chaos get out of hand.
PM Modi and President Trump Hold Talks on the Situation in Bangladesh
This was during a time when tensions were increasing in Bangladesh, especially with regard to unrest and attacks on minority Hindus, which were among the concerns Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised during their bilateral discussions.
Bangladesh Vows to Hold Elections Amid Growing Pressure on Interim Government
During his speech on December 16 last year, the Chief Advisor stated that if minimal reforms and political consensus are achieved, the elections could be held by December 2025.
Bangladesh Hopes for Yunus-PM Modi Meeting During BIMSTEC Summit
This summit presents a potential opportunity for Yunus and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to meet face-to-face for the first time, although no formal confirmation has been made yet, according to a report by Prothom Alo, a leading Bangladeshi newspaper.
Bangladesh Chief Adviser Yunus Assures BNP of Elections by December
He (Yunus) informed us that they are working to stage the election by December, BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir told journalists after a meeting with the interim government chief.
Bangladesh Election Commissioner Pledges to Maintain Neutrality in Polls
He made these comments while addressing the annual general meeting and prize distribution ceremony of the Reporters Forum for Election and Democracy at Nirbachan Bhaban in the capital on Sunday. According to Bangladesh's leading English-language newspaper, The Daily Star.
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