Following a meeting with U.S. Chargé d’Affaires in Dhaka, Tracy Ann Jacobson, BNP Standing Committee member Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury told the media that political stakeholders have “more or less reached a consensus” on holding the national election in February.

“This timeline brings a sense of relief not just for domestic stakeholders, but also for Bangladesh’s international partners, including the United States,” said Khasru. He emphasized that such clarity allows all parties to align their planning accordingly.

Khasru also noted that discussions held in London between BNP’s Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman and senior advisers were acknowledged during the meeting. “Differences of opinion on reforms are natural, but we will move forward based on points of consensus,” he added.

He defended BNP’s legal actions against previous election commissions, calling the lawsuits “a normal course of accountability.” The meeting also covered strategies to improve investment opportunities in Bangladesh.