Summary
Sheikh Hasina, a former leader of Bangladesh now living in exile, criticized the upcoming elections in Bangladesh because her party, the Awami League, is banned from participating. The elections are the first since Hasina lost power following violent unrest, and are seen as significant for the country's future. Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus is leading the interim government managing the elections, which will also consider a referendum on political reforms.
Key Facts
- Sheikh Hasina, former leader of Bangladesh, is living in exile in India.
- Her party, the Awami League, is barred from participating in the upcoming elections.
- The elections are scheduled for February 12 and are viewed as crucial for Bangladesh.
- Muhammad Yunus, currently heading the interim government, promises fair elections.
- A constitutional referendum on political reforms will also be part of the elections.
- Over 127 million Bangladeshis are eligible to vote in these elections.
- International observers have been invited to monitor the election process.
- Hasina made a public speech criticizing the election's fairness, which drew criticism from Bangladesh's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
