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Bangladesh's main opposition warns of instability if elections delayed beyond December


Published on 2025-03-30 21:40:51 - Reuters
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  • Bangladesh's main opposition party has warned of instability and "strong resentment within the people" if elections are not held by December, after the country's de facto prime minister said the poll could be delayed until 2026.

The main opposition party in Bangladesh, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has warned of potential instability if the upcoming general elections are delayed beyond December. This statement comes amidst ongoing political tension, with the BNP demanding that the elections be held under a neutral caretaker government, a condition not accepted by the ruling Awami League. The BNP's concerns are heightened by the government's recent actions, including the arrest of opposition leaders and supporters, which they claim are attempts to suppress dissent and manipulate the electoral process. The opposition fears that any delay could lead to further political unrest and violence, potentially destabilizing the country. The government, however, insists on holding the elections on time, under the current administration, which has led to a deadlock in political negotiations.

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