The meeting between Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus and BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman in London has been described by Jamaat-e-Islami as a positive step for democracy, while Islami Andolan Bangladesh (IAB) said it has dispelled uncertainty from national politics.
During the meeting today (13 June), the CA and Tarique have agreed that the election can be held by mid-February next year if all preparations can be completed by that time.
“We consider this meeting and discussion to be consistent with and positive for the aspirations of the democracy-loving people,” Jamaat-e-Islami Secretary General Mia Golam Parwar told The Business Standard.
“In politics, dialogue and exchange of views between political parties and the head of government always enhance harmony and mutual understanding. This is the beauty of democracy,” he added.
Islami Andolan Bangladesh Senior Joint Secretary General and Spokesperson Gazi Ataur Rahman said the meeting has largely dispelled the uncertainty and crisis that had gripped national politics.
“It is hoped that after the meeting between the two top leaders, there is no longer any crisis regarding the national election. BNP has agreed on the fundamental reforms needed to build the state in the coming days.
“Thanks to the BNP for stepping back from its previous position. Thanks also to the chief adviser for agreeing to the election at a logical time,” Ataur told TBS.
Khelafat Majlis welcomes Yunus-Tarique agreement on election timing
Khelafat Majlis has also welcomed Yunus’s agreement with BNP on the timing of the next national election.
In a statement today, Khelafat Majlis said the agreement would help reduce political unrest and uncertainty in the country.
“His [Yunus] emphasis on making substantial progress on fundamental reforms and judicial matters before February is also highly significant,” reads the joint statement issued by Khelafat Majlis Ameer Maulana Abdul Basit Azad and Secretary General Ahmad Abdul Quader.