Bangladesh election 2023

Dialogue is vital to break political stalemate

Ongoing uncertainties and undemocratic overtures are a threat to people’s rights and aspirations

It's Over, Finally

A peaceful BNP rally brings relief, but it may be short-lived without compromise from the ruling camp

US watching processes to free, fair polls

Out of the five largest economies in the world today, three -- China (2), Japan (3) and India (5) -- are in Asia.Out of the five largest economies in the world today, three -- China (2), Japan (3) and India (5) -- are in Asia. The robust economic growth of Asian giants, China in particular, is rapidly reshaping the global distribution of power.

Is Election Commission up to the task?

EC's proposal about journalists is commendable, but a lot more remains to be done

Why election 2023 needs to be different from the last two

An acceptable election depends on the Election Commission's ability to display its grit and resolve, exercise its writ, remain neutral, and be prompt to address complaints and proactive in detecting violations.

Who is afraid of EVMs and why?

CEC Kazi Habibul Awal recently said there was no scope for showing muscle power during voting if the electronic voting machines (EVMs) are used during the 2023 general election in Bangladesh.

September 14, 2023
September 14, 2023

Dialogue is vital to break political stalemate

Ongoing uncertainties and undemocratic overtures are a threat to people’s rights and aspirations

December 10, 2022
December 10, 2022

It's Over, Finally

A peaceful BNP rally brings relief, but it may be short-lived without compromise from the ruling camp

October 3, 2022
October 3, 2022

US watching processes to free, fair polls

Out of the five largest economies in the world today, three -- China (2), Japan (3) and India (5) -- are in Asia.Out of the five largest economies in the world today, three -- China (2), Japan (3) and India (5) -- are in Asia. The robust economic growth of Asian giants, China in particular, is rapidly reshaping the global distribution of power.

September 12, 2022
September 12, 2022

Is Election Commission up to the task?

EC's proposal about journalists is commendable, but a lot more remains to be done

June 9, 2022
June 9, 2022

Why election 2023 needs to be different from the last two

An acceptable election depends on the Election Commission's ability to display its grit and resolve, exercise its writ, remain neutral, and be prompt to address complaints and proactive in detecting violations.

June 7, 2022
June 7, 2022

Who is afraid of EVMs and why?

CEC Kazi Habibul Awal recently said there was no scope for showing muscle power during voting if the electronic voting machines (EVMs) are used during the 2023 general election in Bangladesh.