The economic goals outlined in the BNP’s election manifesto read like a calculated challenge. It presents the coming decade as a stark choice:

BNP yesterday unveiled its election manifesto, pledging nine key commitments across critical sectors and vowing to establish an accountable, responsible, and a “just state” directly answerable to the people.

With the general election knocking at the door, the BNP is seeking to attract female voters by pledging to introduce a “Family Card” that would provide women with cash assistance and essential items.

Jatiya Oikyafront would be making pledges for sweeping reforms, its draft manifesto indicated.

Political opposition BNP pledges good governance and forging a politics of unity in the 12-point manifesto it unveils ahead of the general election.