The National Citizen Party (NCP), a youth-led political force that emerged from the July uprising, is in the final phase of negotiations with the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) over seat-sharing for the upcoming 13th parliamentary election. Sources indicate that the discussions, which also involve Jamaat-e-Islami, could conclude once BNP’s acting chairperson Tarique Rahman returns to the country this week. A decision is expected soon, potentially shaping the opposition’s electoral alignment.

Both BNP and Jamaat are courting the NCP to strengthen their electoral base, while the NCP seeks to ensure parliamentary representation for young revolutionaries. Party leaders say they are weighing their options carefully to maximize seats and maintain ideological integrity. If talks with BNP succeed, discussions with Jamaat may end; otherwise, an NCP–Jamaat understanding could follow.

Political observers note that the NCP’s decision will influence alliance dynamics within the broader Democratic Reform Coalition. The party has already announced candidates in over 125 constituencies, with further nominations expected soon, signaling its readiness to contest either independently or within a coalition.