Dhaka, Mar 15 (V7N) – National Citizens Party Convener Nahid Islam has emphasized that fundamental reforms must be carried out by the interim government before elections can be effective.

Speaking at a meeting with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Saturday, Nahid Islam asserted,

"The fundamental foundation of reforms must be laid during this government's term. Elections will not be useful without reforms."

He also highlighted the National Citizens Party's stance on reforms, the trial of genocide, and the importance of the Constituent Assembly and constitutional amendments.

Political Leaders Discuss Reforms with UN Chief

Several political leaders participated in the roundtable meeting with Antonio Guterres, including:

  • BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir
  • BNP Standing Committee Member Salahuddin Ahmed
  • Jamaat Secretary General Mia Golam Parwar
  • AB Party General Secretary Lawyer Asaduzzaman Fuad
  • Mass Solidarity Movement Chief Coordinator Jonayed Saki
  • CPB General Secretary Ruhin Hossain Prince

The meeting focused on the political landscape, governance reforms, and the necessity of restructuring key institutions to ensure a transparent electoral process.

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