bangladesh politics 2023
Did BNP make the wrong call?
BNP’s real loss in announcing the sit-ins without proper coordination was giving the upper hand to the ruling party
For every rally, there is a counter-rally
Although it happens to be a prevailing practice, this culture of 'counter-programme' only indicates moral insecurity.
Rising AL-BNP confrontation is most disturbing
It doesn't bode well for our democracy
Hostility will only lengthen the political deadlock
Authorities must prevent violence and legal intimidation targeting BNP activists
Dialogue not on AL’s mind at the moment
The Awami League at this point is not considering talks with the BNP to solve the current political impasse over the next general elections.
Misinterpreting threats of visa ban won’t do us any good
Misleading analyses can help propagate a narrative for immediate damage control, but are not helpful to overcome the real crisis.
What will it take for our next election to be credible and acceptable to all?
It must be recognised that the election is not a one-day phenomenon – it is a process involving multiple interrelated steps
EC must do more to empower voters
Business-as-usual approach to dealing with the opposition will not create the right condition for free polls
Khaleda Zia in politics: Missed chance for BNP?
The BNP’s current risk-averse behaviour is not conducive to running a successful campaign
Did BNP make the wrong call?
BNP’s real loss in announcing the sit-ins without proper coordination was giving the upper hand to the ruling party
For every rally, there is a counter-rally
Although it happens to be a prevailing practice, this culture of 'counter-programme' only indicates moral insecurity.
Rising AL-BNP confrontation is most disturbing
It doesn't bode well for our democracy
Hostility will only lengthen the political deadlock
Authorities must prevent violence and legal intimidation targeting BNP activists
Dialogue not on AL’s mind at the moment
The Awami League at this point is not considering talks with the BNP to solve the current political impasse over the next general elections.
Misinterpreting threats of visa ban won’t do us any good
Misleading analyses can help propagate a narrative for immediate damage control, but are not helpful to overcome the real crisis.
What will it take for our next election to be credible and acceptable to all?
It must be recognised that the election is not a one-day phenomenon – it is a process involving multiple interrelated steps
EC must do more to empower voters
Business-as-usual approach to dealing with the opposition will not create the right condition for free polls
Khaleda Zia in politics: Missed chance for BNP?
The BNP’s current risk-averse behaviour is not conducive to running a successful campaign
EC in second year must do a better job
Restoring trust in the electoral process remains the biggest challenge
