In a recent virtual address from London, Tarique Rahman, the acting chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), expressed optimism about holding national elections before December. He emphasized that if proposed reforms are completed and the party’s policies are sound, elections could indeed take place sooner. Rahman criticized the current government for failing to announce an election date even after ten months, leading to a climate of uncertainty in both politics and the economy.
The BNP leader highlighted the detrimental effects of this uncertainty, noting that economic activities have stalled and foreign investments are dwindling. Business organizations have reported that numerous factories have shut down, with many more on the brink of closure. Rahman lamented that these businesses are unable to voice their concerns to the government, exacerbating the challenges they face. As the political landscape remains fraught with tension, the call for timely elections resonates with many who are eager for stability and progress in Bangladesh.
