Amu opens door for govt to hold talks with BNP on election issues

Senior Awami League leader and coordinator of the 14-party grand alliance Amir Hossain Amu on Tuesday hinted at the possibility of talks between the government and the opposition with a view to resolving election issues. 

"It is not possible to resolve the crisis through any other means than dialogue. And if they (BNP) try to come to power unconstitutionally, the people will resist," he said, while addressing a 14-party protest rally against domestic and international conspiracies against the country at Bangabandhu Avenue on Tuesday afternoon.

He even held out the possibility of talks mediated by a UN representative, similar to the efforts of Fernandez Taranco in 2013.

"There can be discussion on anything with the BNP. The door to dialogue is always open to continue the democratic trend. If necessary, talks can be held with the BNP with the mediation of an UN representative," he said.

Meanwhile, the United States has announced a visa policy to ensure the free and fair conduct of the upcoming elections. At the same time, the country's multi-faceted activities regarding the upcoming elections are visible.

US Ambassador to Dhaka Peter Haas held a meeting with Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's Private Industry and Investment Adviser Salman F Rahman and Law Minister Anisul Huq on Tuesday. He also held a meeting with BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir.

Two days ago, he held a meeting with Jatiya Party Chairman GM Quader, reports UNB.