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    Bangladesh student protesters to launch political party

    DHAKA (AFP) – Bangladeshi students who spearheaded the uprising that overthrew the government last year said that they would forge a new political party as the country readies for expected elections.

    Members of the powerful Students Against Discrimination group are now in the government Cabinet, including Nahid Islam, in charge of the Telecoms Ministry, Asif Mahmud, holding the sports portfolio, and special adviser Mahfuz Alam.

    “The new political party will prioritise the interests of the country and its citizens over those of any individual, party, or clique,” said a key leader of the group Sarjis Alam speaking to a packed press conference.

    The students said they would unveil details of the party name on Friday.

    “People from all walks of life, regardless of caste or creed, will join us that day in front of the national Parliament – the symbol of the people’s aspirations,” Alam said.

    They were joined at the press conference alongside activists from the Jatiya Nagarik Committee, a like-minded pressure group, who will also join the party.

    “The people expect us to curb corruption, create opportunities for all, ensure accountability, and uphold dignity without discrimination,” said member Akhtar Hossain.

    Ex-prime minister Sheikh Hasina, who fled the country in August 2024 and remains in self-imposed exile in India, has defied an arrest warrant from Dhaka to face charges of crimes against humanity.

    PHOTO: THE STRAITS TIMES
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