Jamaat seeks UN cooperation for credible election

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has sought cooperation and technical assistance from the United Nations to ensure that the upcoming national election is free, fair, and credible. The request was made during a meeting between Jamaat amir Dr. Shafiqur Rahman and UN Resident Coordinator in Dhaka, Gwyn Lewis, at the party chief’s office in Bashundhara, Dhaka, on Tuesday (October 7) at 9:00 am. UN Human Rights Adviser Huma Khan was also present at the meeting. The discussion covered Bangladesh’s current human rights and political situation, the Rohingya issue, and the forthcoming national election, among other significant topics. Jamaat representatives said the election would mark a crucial turning point for the country’s democracy, and UN cooperation could play a vital role in ensuring a...