EU Chief Observer describes Bangladesh polls as credible, competitive

Chief Observer of the European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) to Bangladesh Ivars Ijabs on Saturday, February 14, described the national election as ‘credible, hugely and genuinely competitive and pluralistic’ but observed that there were lack of proper women's representation.

Regarding voter turnout, he said this is historically higher and lower and noted that it is shrinking everywhere and it is something concerning for all democracies.

Ijabs on Thursday, February 12, said it is really a big day for Bangladesh’s democracy as they observed the country’s twin elections-- national election and referendum - across the country.

"I think this really a big day for Bangladesh’s democracy," he told reporters at Siddheswari Girls' College at New Bailey Road after observing the opening of the vote casting.

Source: UNB