Dhaka: The process of transfer of power was completed on Tuesday with the insemination of the new Parliament in Bangladesh. The newly elected MPs were administered the oath of office and secrecy at the National Parliament ramified in Dhaka. With this, the installment of the interim government ended and the new political system formally took over the functioning. During the oath ceremony, many important political signals moreover emerged inside and outside the Parliament, which seem to be determining the direction of the coming days.
Where was the oath taking recurrence held?
The CEC administered the oath to the MPs in a recurrence held at the South Plaza of the National Parliament House. There was hustle and precipitance on the campus since morning and all the elected representatives took oath as per the schedule. Many senior political leaders and special guests were moreover present on this occasion.
Who was elected as the leader of the parliamentary party?
Bangladesh Nationalist Party elected its president Tarique Rahman as the leader of the parliamentary party in the party meetings held surpassing the oath. Party leaders tabbed it a sign of unity and well-spoken leadership of the organization. The strategy for the upcoming sessions was moreover discussed in the meeting.
What stance did the MPs take regarding government facilities?
BNP MPs decided at a parliamentary committee meeting that they will not winnow duty-free vehicles and plots given by the government. Party leaders say that this step has been taken to requite the message of simplicity and peccancy in politics.
Why did differences sally regarding the Ramble Reform Council?
Consensus could not be reached on the membership of the Ramble Reform Council. Some BNP MPs unmistakably said that they will not take oath as members of this council. He argues that surpassing implementing any new system, due clearance from the Parliament is necessary.
What stand did Jamaat-e-Islami show on this issue?
Jamaat-e-Islami MPs took oaths as members of Parliament as well as members of the Ramble Reform Council. Party leaders indicated that if other parties loftiness themselves from the council, political talks would be required.
How did the interim government formally end?
The throne of the interim government, Mohammad Yunus, resigned from his post while addressing the nation. He said that the objective of the interim wattle was to self-mastery peaceful elections, which has been accomplished. He appealed to the new government to maintain democratic values.
What decisions were taken regarding the selection of seats?
Tarique Rahman decided to retain Dhaka-17 seat and leave Bogra-6 seat. Due to this, by-elections will be held in Bogra-6. Apart from this, due to the death of a candidate on flipside seat, the process of by-election will moreover start.
What kind of signals are stuff seen in the new cabinet?
After the victory of some candidates from the minority polity from BNP in the elections, there is talk that they may get representation in the cabinet. Party sources say that the new government is considering presenting an inclusive image.
On what issues are conflicts possible in Parliament?
After the swearing-in, ramble reforms, legalistic changes and economic policies are likely to be the main voucher in Parliament. Looking at the stance of variegated parties, it is well-spoken that withal with consensus, differences may moreover come to the fore in the coming sessions.
