Dhaka, Jan. 20 -- Election Commission (EC) Secretary Akhtar Ahmed has claimed there is "no concern" about the law and order situation ahead of the national election.

After a meeting with the Swedish ambassador on Tuesday, he said they were briefed on the law and order situation, measures to prevent misinformation, and overall preparations for the elections.

They expressed satisfaction with the EC's arrangements, he added.

The Swedish delegation, led by Ambassador Nicolas Weeks, met with Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin at the Nirbachan Bhaban in Agargaon.

The national election and referendum will be held on Feb 12. Candidate campaigns will start on Thursday.

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