Bangladesh to hold referendum on landmark democratic reform charter
Bangladesh is set to hold a referendum on a landmark democratic reform charter, drafted after last year's student-led uprising. The July Charter seeks to reshape the nation's politics and institutions. Proposals include strengthening checks on powers and adding a two-term limit for prime ministers. The referendum is set to take place on the same day as parliamentary elections next February. Zahirul Alam reports from Dhaka.
Bangladesh is set to hold a referendum on a landmark democratic reform charter, drafted after last year's student-led uprising. The July Charter seeks to reshape the nation's politics and institutions. Proposals include strengthening checks on powers and adding a two-term limit for prime ministers. The referendum is set to take place on the same day as parliamentary elections next February. Zahirul Alam reports from Dhaka.