Political Dialogue Initiated by Chief Advisor Yunus

This afternoon at 4:00 PM, Chief Advisor Professor Muhammad Yunus convened a crucial political dialogue with several political parties at the Foreign Service Academy in Sugandha, Dhaka. This meeting serves as a follow-up to the National Unity call made by the Chief Advisor yesterday, aiming to address the ongoing political climate in Bangladesh amidst recent tensions related to violence reported in India’s Agartala against a Bangladeshi diplomatic facility. The dialogue is set to involve discussions around the current political situation, steps for calming tensions between Bangladesh and India, and strategies regarding the upcoming election. Significant attendance was noted, including a five-member delegation led by BNP leader Dr. Mosharraf Hossain Khan and another five-member team from Jamaat-e-Islami head by Maulana Dr. Shafiqur Rahman. Additionally, representatives from at least 12 political parties, including the LDP and NDM, participated, indicating the broad engagement with these political dialogues. As early as 3:00 PM, party leaders started gathering at the Foreign Service Academy to prepare for the discussions. The meeting is not only vital for addressing immediate political issues but also paves the way for fostering an atmosphere of cooperation and dialogue in the country's tumultuous political landscape. Further meetings are anticipated, possibly continuing into the next day, as political leaders seek to resolve misunderstandings and outline a unified strategy moving forward.