BNP Standing Committee Member Salahuddin Ahmed has categorically ruled out the possibility of an electoral alliance with the party's long-time ally, Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami. However, he indicated that the door remains open for discussions with the National Citizen Party (NCP) until the election schedule is officially announced.
"I don't see any possibility of an electoral alliance with Jamaat-e-Islami. We had an alliance with them in the past as part of our political strategy, but we don't feel the need to partner with Jamaat this time," Salahuddin said in an interview with UNB.
In the interview, Salahuddin expressed confidence that the interim government will hold the next national election by mid-February next year, as he thinks various political parties are raising demands around the polls as part of their broader political strategies.
He also urged the National Consensus Commission to conclude discussions on reform proposals within a reasonable timeframe, warning against unnecessary delays that could hinder the election process.
He said the BNP is focused on forming an electoral alliance and a national government with those parties that have participated in the movement and democratic struggle together.
"Right now, we're not considering anything beyond that," he added.
When asked about a possible alliance with NCP, Salahuddin replied, "Discussions on political alliances will continue until the election schedule is announced. We will have to wait and see what happens."
He said all democratic parties will adopt different strategies ahead of the election. "So, let's wait and see what strategy BNP ultimately chooses for the election and alliances."
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