Mahfuz Anam

THE THIRD VIEW

Editor and publisher, The Daily Star

What are we building after dismantling the AL regime?

Democracy does not seem to be our focus today. Because if it were, then shouldn’t we have been talking about elections more?

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The elephant in the room no one is talking about

Reform of political parties is of urgent need

4w ago

Unhealthy election controversy must be resolved

Just as the fundamental reforms are necessary for the country, so is an elected government.

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Stability is the need of the hour

Right now, there are two major issues: progress of reforms, and the prospect of election

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Will the new party spark a new political culture?

Bangladesh needs a new political party with youthful energy, spirited patriotism, and genuine love for the poor and downtrodden.

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Editor's Note

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Editors, don't become PROs of proprietors

We must renew our pledge to journalistic ethos and commitment to democracy, freedom of expression, freedom of the press, and public service.

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A new reality for free media

Sadly, some very disturbing signs can still be seen that are posing a new set of threats against free press.

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January 6, 2023
January 6, 2023

Mahfuz Anam writes: What is the state of Awami League as a political party?

This election year, the question that will inevitably come to the fore is of how successful AL has been in keeping its promises.

December 23, 2022
December 23, 2022

Mahfuz Anam writes: From Bangabandhu to Sheikh Hasina

Awami League’s journey from a party leading a struggle to a party long in power.

December 9, 2022
December 9, 2022

COLUMN BY MAHFUZ ANAM: A competition of errors

Is our government so weak that a proposed public meeting threatens it?

December 1, 2022
December 1, 2022

Big budget, bigger corruption

Lack of accountability and the culture of impunity destroyed governance from within.

November 17, 2022
November 17, 2022

Will the government touch the ‘untouchables’?

The default-loan narrative has smeared our otherwise powerful story of graduation from the Least Developed Country (LDC) status.

November 11, 2022
November 11, 2022

Column by Mahfuz Anam: The underlying story of a simple photograph

As an editor, I commend the photographer, the caption writer, and the news editor for depicting a sad reality with such subtle deftness.

October 27, 2022
October 27, 2022

Column by Mahfuz Anam: UK’s Conservative Party and Our Politics

Recent leadership changes may appear chaotic, but ultimately demonstrate political accountability

October 21, 2022
October 21, 2022

Will free media be harassed in the name of data protection?

DSA’s new curbs and OTT draft rules give the opening

August 26, 2022
August 26, 2022

Bangladesh Press Council: Is the protector turning into a ‘predator’?

What is of serious concern for us is the secrecy with which the Press Council has dealt with the matter.

August 25, 2022
August 25, 2022

Is the Press Council looking out for journalists' interests?

Will the amended Press Council Act further restrain free press?