Dhaka, Jan. 29 -- The timing of the 13th general election depends on the extent of reforms made by the interim government, Chief Advisor's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam has said.

Speaking at a press conference at the Foreign Service Academy in Dhaka on Wednesday, he presented the possibility of a one to one-and-a-half-years wait for the forthcoming polls.

"We have repeatedly made our position clear. If fewer reforms are needed, the election can take place by December this year," Shafiqul said.

"If the parties feel more reforms are necessary under this government, the process could extend by another six months, meaning the election may be held by June next year.

"The chief advisor and other advisors have reiterated this repeatedly."

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