12th parliamentary election Bangladesh
Why is the EU pulling out of observing our election?
The government’s pledge for a free and fair election is no longer satisfying our international partners.
Election Atmosphere / Is it all as calm as it seems?
With the elections just four months away, there are hardly any campaigns.
Jatiya Party and its penchant for drama
Coupled with its unwavering commitment to unpredictability, JaPa has been true to its sense of dedicated opportunism over the years.
A proportional election as a way out of the impasse
The proportional system can ensure the robust presence of contending political parties in parliament and thus allay the fear of becoming marginalised.
Column by Mahfuz Anam / ‘We will do whatever is required for the welfare of the people’
So who determines what is ‘required’ to ensure that welfare?
Genuine elections vs participatory sham
The country needs a genuine election in its true sense, not a sham exercise under the pretence of maximum participation.
The long march to a level-playing field
Opposition parties must be allowed to hold peaceful political activities.
US, India, and the election in Bangladesh
The foreign diplomats appear to have become more active with the 12th parliamentary election less than a year away.
Who killed democracy in Bangladesh?
The recent by-polls represent the state of democracy in our country fairly accurately.
Why is the EU pulling out of observing our election?
The government’s pledge for a free and fair election is no longer satisfying our international partners.
Is it all as calm as it seems?
With the elections just four months away, there are hardly any campaigns.
Jatiya Party and its penchant for drama
Coupled with its unwavering commitment to unpredictability, JaPa has been true to its sense of dedicated opportunism over the years.
A proportional election as a way out of the impasse
The proportional system can ensure the robust presence of contending political parties in parliament and thus allay the fear of becoming marginalised.
‘We will do whatever is required for the welfare of the people’
So who determines what is ‘required’ to ensure that welfare?
Genuine elections vs participatory sham
The country needs a genuine election in its true sense, not a sham exercise under the pretence of maximum participation.
The long march to a level-playing field
Opposition parties must be allowed to hold peaceful political activities.
US, India, and the election in Bangladesh
The foreign diplomats appear to have become more active with the 12th parliamentary election less than a year away.
Who killed democracy in Bangladesh?
The recent by-polls represent the state of democracy in our country fairly accurately.
