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The 2026 Bangladesh general election is shaping up to be one of the most consequential moments in the nation’s history – not just because of what’s at stake, but who’s fighting and why. After the 2024 mass uprising that ousted long-time leader Sheikh Hasina, the political landscape has dramatically shifted. In this special broadcast, we break down the high-stakes clash between the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and Jamaat-e-Islami, two powerful forces competing for influence, voters, and ultimately, control of the parliament. It is the world’s first election after an uprising led by under-30s, or Gen Z, to be followed by Nepal next month.
