Video: Bangladesh’s election and the return of banned Jamaat-e-Islami
Summary
For the first time ever, the Jamaat-e-Islami party, a major Muslim political group in Bangladesh, may win control in elections. This comes after the government lifted a ban on the party that had lasted for ten years.Key Facts
- Jamaat-e-Islami is Bangladesh's largest Muslim political party.
- The party was banned for ten years before being allowed to participate in elections again.
- This is the first time Jamaat-e-Islami could potentially gain power.
- Al Jazeera reporter Tony Cheng is covering how the election is unfolding in areas important to the party.
- The lifting of the ban marks a significant change in Bangladesh's political landscape.
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