The Awami League at this point is not considering talks with the BNP to solve the current political impasse over the next general elections.

Although this new US visa policy is proving expedient, it would not be wise to believe that the country is intent on fostering democracy in Bangladesh.

With the national election drawing closer, the ruling Awami League’s focus is on reorganising the party

The problem in Bangladesh is that politicians consider compromise as a weakness and a sign of defeat

But will the EC live up to its obligation?

The BNP wants to make a final push to realise its demand for holding the next general election under a neutral caretaker administration only after the top brass finds the party’s Dhaka city units fully prepared for an all-out movement.

The Awami League envisions a “Smart Bangladesh” by 2041, seeking to build a country that would be cost-effective, sustainable, innovative and knowledge-based.