reforms in Bangladesh

Opinion / We need both new wine and a new bottle

People don’t want to see politics being hogged by time-tested politicians who have failed people’s expectations time and again.

Has the reform drive lost its way?

The interim government need not be too apologetic for its record, but it would be a shame not to make the best of the opportunity history has bestowed it.

Column by Mahfuz Anam / Stability is the need of the hour

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

BNP rejects state name change proposal, calls for election before referendum

The party submitted its opinions on reform proposals today to the Consensus Commission

Be impartial during polls

Reiterating the government’s plan to hold the next general election in December, Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus yesterday told police to act impartially and not give in to pressure from any group during the polls.

What’s blocking the reforms in Bangladesh?

Implementing the desired reforms in Bangladesh is particularly challenging due to the complexities of political and social realities.

When power shifts but patterns remain

True transformation demands structural, ideological, and cultural shifts.

Consensus commission: Parties asked to give opinions on reforms

Spreadsheet handed to them with March 13 as deadline

Opinion / How the interim government can make lasting reforms

HRW's Asia Director Elaine Pearson writes about reforms in Bangladesh

January 17, 2025
January 17, 2025

We never got a chance to reform our state and politics like now. Let’s not waste it

Our initial study of the reports of the four commissions indicates that the recommendations are quite substantive.

December 10, 2024
December 10, 2024

Meeting with EU envoys: Yunus hints at announcement on polls this month

Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus yesterday hinted that there would be “some kind of announcement” regarding the direction of his government’s reform process and the next parliamentary election.

December 8, 2024
December 8, 2024

Interim govt committed to key reforms before polls: Yunus

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus today said reform was the key word of the July-August student-led mass uprising, and his government is committed to carrying out major reforms before holding a "free and fair" election

November 30, 2024
November 30, 2024

Challenges abound for the interim government, but sound policymaking can help

With thoughtful policymaking and a commitment to leaving a credible legacy, this administration can transform a period of uncertainty into a moment of renewal.

November 23, 2024
November 23, 2024

Of frequent demands and conspiracies

Are the apparitions of political sectarianism making a reappearance in Bangladesh?

November 14, 2024
November 14, 2024

Key questions for designing and implementing reforms

What is the process through which reforms will be enacted and who will execute the reforms?

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