U.N. Chief calls for parliamentary elections in Bangladesh

U.N. Chief calls for parliamentary elections in Bangladesh

The United Nations Secretary General, Antonio Guterres, has called for parliamentary elections in Bangladesh and urged the interim government to make every effort to be inclusive. The U.N. Chief has urged the inclusion of women, as well as minority communities in the election process. “The Secretary-General welcomes efforts to restore calm and organise parliamentary elections … Read more

Bangladesh votes today; Hasina aims to return for 4th term

Bangladesh votes today; Hasina aims to return for 4th term

India’s key neighbour to the East – Bangladesh – will hold parliamentary elections on Sunday with incumbent Prime Minister and New Delhi’s close ally, Sheikh Hasina, looks to return to power for the fourth straight term amid boycott by the Opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party. A total of 1,896 candidates are in the fray for the … Read more