Dr Ali Riaz, special assistant to the chief adviser, said on Monday that whether another fascist like ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina emerges in Bangladesh will be decided by the people through a referendum. In the next 50 years, another fascist like Sheikh Hasina could be created. You will decide—whether another fascist like Sheikh Hasina will emerge or not. The people of Bangladesh will decide,” Riaz said. Riaz also explained the difference between a referendum and a parliamentary election.

Source: Dhaka Tribune January 05, 2026 12:35 UTC