Chief Advisor Dr. Muhammad Yunus has once again assured that Bangladesh’s 13th National Election will be held in February 2026. He confirmed that he will not hold any elected or appointed position in the next government. In an article published in the U.S.-based Deseret News, Yunus highlighted the government’s goals, the reforms underway, the July uprising, and the role of youth in shaping a new Bangladesh.
Election Timeline Confirmed
Dr. Muhammad Yunus repeated his earlier promise that the national election will be held in February 2026. He made it clear that after the election, he will not take part in the government in any elected or appointed role.
He wrote:
“My government’s main goal is to hold a free, fair, and peaceful election where political parties can present their plans to the voters. Our mission is to ensure every eligible voter can vote, including those living abroad. This is a big task, but we are committed to completing it.”
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Challenges When Taking Charge
Chief Advisor described the situation when he first took office:
“When I accepted the responsibility as Chief Advisor, I was shocked by the level of mismanagement. The police were not performing their duties. Foreign currency reserves were shrinking. The economy was collapsing. Democracy had broken down. Civil servants, who were denied promotions for not showing enough loyalty to the ruling party, were demanding justice.”
Rebuilding the System
Chief Advisor explained how efforts began to rebuild the country:
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Political parties that resisted dictatorship came forward.
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New political parties introduced fresh ideas and energy.
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The armed forces acted professionally and supported law and order by refusing to attack protesters on 5 August.
Youth and the Gen-Z Movement
Dr. Yunus expressed great hope in the younger generation:
“This mass movement began with the demand for fairness in government jobs. It was the world’s first ‘Generation Z revolution.’ This revolution has become a model for young people everywhere, showing how they can confront the world’s biggest challenges—war, climate change, poverty, unemployment, and inequality.”
Foreign Policy and Global Relations
The interim government has also worked on foreign relations. Yunus explained:
“We have reformed our foreign policy to strengthen positive relations with our neighbors and global partners.”
Major Reforms Planned
He also highlighted important reform initiatives:
“Alongside election preparations, we have developed a broad reform proposal with experts, political parties, and citizens. Perhaps the most important reform is a constitutional amendment to ensure Bangladesh never returns to authoritarian rule.”
Yunus added that the ultimate goal is a Bangladesh where all citizens live with dignity and security—achieved through the determination, creativity, and courage of millions of Bangladeshis.
Signs of Progress
According to Yunus, Bangladesh was quietly moving forward after the uprising:
“One clear sign of our transition from dictatorship to democracy came when The Economist named Bangladesh as their ‘Country of the Year 2024.’ At that time, we were so focused on rebuilding the economy, preparing for elections, and recovering stolen billions that we didn’t even realize the world was closely observing our progress.”
Chief Advisor Dr. Yunus concluded his article by praising those working with him:
“At this critical moment, everyone with us carries responsibility. They are our best hope—and perhaps our last hope.”
Source: Jamuna TV
