UNGA: Yunus seeks a future without autocrats, safeguarding power for people

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus on Friday told the international community that Bangladesh is committed to building a balanced democratic order where no elected leader would be able to undermine democracy. "Our goal is clear: to create a democratic order where power is balanced, where no autocrat can ever return, where no elected leader can destroy democracy, and where those who are meant to protect the people can never again prey upon them," he said. Prof Yunus made the remarks while speaking at the 80th United Nations General Assembly in presence of global leaders and key political representatives from Bangladesh. Now, as the country prepares for the national elections in February next year, the Chief Adviser said they remain steadfast...