Muhammad Yunus's Meeting with BNP Sparks Partiality Accusations in Bangladesh

Muhammad Yunus Accused of Partiality After BNP Meeting

Former Bangladesh chief advisor Muhammad Yunus is facing criticism from Jamaat-e-Islami and the newly formed NCP following a meeting with the BNP.

Accusations of Favoritism

These parties accuse Yunus of showing "special affection" for a party after he reached a "preliminary understanding" with the BNP regarding the timing of elections. Jamaat-e-Islami stated that Yunus's actions undermined his impartiality.

Meeting Details

The meeting in London involved Yunus and Tarique Rahman of BNP, where they discussed a potential election date before Ramadan in 2026, contingent on the completion of necessary preparations.

Contrasting Views on Election Timing

This contrasts with the BNP-led coalition's desire for an earlier election in December, while JeI and NCP previously supported Yunus's April timeline.

Criticism from Jamaat-e-Islami and NCP

JeI criticized Yunus for addressing domestic issues abroad without consulting other parties upon his return. The NCP expressed disappointment over the matter, calling the issue "extremely disappointing".