The Awami League and BNP could mutually agree to a code of conduct, pledging to ensure a free and fair election.

There are some big concerns we must address given the possibility of the political tension permeating our economic domain.

We will have problems mostly with the economy, and the people of the country will suffer from the outcome.

The outlook for Bangladesh appears grim as the nation once again grapples with a resurgence of violence.

The EC’s action has already contributed to the deterioration of the political situation, and it will continue to reverberate in the coming days.

The Awami League yesterday wrote back to US Assistant Secretary Donald Lu saying “there is not enough time for holding any meaningful dialogue” that would bring about tangible outcomes.

If a single party comes to power repeatedly, without any competition, then how meaningful are elections?

It is disheartening that none of the country's ruling party leaders have so far demonstrated the courage to face the people with a credible electoral process.

US Assistant Secretary Donald Lu has written to the Awami League, BNP, and Jatiya Party, urging them to engage in talks without any conditions to unlock the political stalemate.