Political Dialogue

NCP ‘frustrated’ over resistance to constitutional council

Party convenor describes the outcome as “deeply disappointing”, adding that NCC was a central component of the reform framework they submitted to the commission

CPB, Gono Forum walk out of consensus talks

Several leaders protest lack of speaking time and accuse organisers of “favouring” Jamaat

No need for bicameral parliament: CPB

Leftist parties say no proposal should move forward without full unanimity

EC plans to unveil action plan in July ahead of election schedule

The EC also plans to complete registration of new political parties before engaging in dialogue

Talks with parties aimed at charting reform path: Ali Riaz

He says reform is urgent and citizen-driven, with talks set to wrap up initial phase in May

Ali Riaz hopeful of reaching national consensus soon

The commission has so far received opinions from 15 political parties

BNP expects swift election after reform consensus

Mirza Fakhrul says political parties are sharing their views in Consensus Commission meeting

Political solution impossible through dialogue!