July Charter
Bangladesh February Election: Key Parties and Issues Following Hasina's Removal
Dec 11, 2025 09:21 pm CST
Bangladesh prepares for its first national election since Sheikh Hasina's ousting, with the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) emerging as frontrunner while Jamaat-e-Islami seeks political revival. This comprehensive guide examines the major political contenders, their platforms, and critical issues including democratic restoration, economic recovery, diplomatic realignment, and governance reforms that will shape Bangladesh's political future.
Bangladesh's Interim Government Sets One-Week Deadline for Political Parties to Resolve Reform Charter Disagreements
Nov 03, 2025 07:01 pm CST
Bangladesh's interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus has issued a one-week ultimatum to political parties to resolve their disagreements over a critical democratic reform charter. Following Sheikh Hasina's ouster in August 2024, the "July Charter" has become central to Bangladesh's political transition, proposing term limits for prime ministers and expanded presidential powers ahead of elections expected in February 2026. Despite key parties signing the document, disagreements persist over referendum timing and content, threatening the reform process.
Amid Protests For Electoral Reform, Will Bangladesh Vote In February?
Sep 19, 2025 07:28 pm CST
Ahead of elections in Bangladesh next year, an alliance of hardline Islamic parties is hitting the streets posing a fresh challenge to Bangladesh's fragile law and order situation.