The Election Commission is set to meet with President Md Shahabuddin on November 9 to provide an update on the preparations for the 12th national parliamentary election. The meeting holds great significance, typically occurring before the election schedule is officially announced, reports bdnews24.com. The election regulator had previously indicated its intention to meet with the president during this week, although a specific date had not been set. "The EC sought an appointment with the president after the 90-day countdown for the election began. Although Parliament does not need to be dissolved before the election, the legislature ceases its usual activities once the 90-day countdown to the polls begins.

Source: bd News24 November 04, 2023 21:12 UTC