Bangladesh elections 2026
US Embassy Issues Security Alert Ahead of Bangladesh's 2026 Parliamentary Elections and Referendum
Dec 16, 2025 02:55 pm CST
The US Embassy in Dhaka has issued a nationwide security alert for American citizens as Bangladesh prepares for its February 2026 parliamentary elections and national referendum. This will be the country's first major vote since the 2024 uprising that ousted former PM Sheikh Hasina, with the interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus overseeing the political transition.
Bangladesh Announces February 2026 Elections Following Political Upheaval
Dec 11, 2025 10:21 pm CST
Bangladesh will hold parliamentary elections on February 12, 2026, marking the first democratic vote since former PM Sheikh Hasina's ouster in August 2024. The election will cover all 300 constituencies with over 127.6 million eligible voters, including overseas citizens. Muhammad Yunus's interim government has faced pressure to restore democratic leadership, while controversy surrounds the Awami League's ban from participation despite its significant public support.