Dhaka, Jan. 6 -- In the run-up to the national election, the government has placed the highest priority on ensuring the security of political party leaders in light of recent violent incidents.

On Tuesday, Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam responded to questions about whether separate security arrangements had been made for candidates and party leaders in different parts of the country.

Shafiqul said the government has coordinated with political parties and security agencies, and many leaders who require protection have been assigned gunmen.

"You can find the full list with the police and the parties. Some prefer not to disclose it, so we do not publicise it," he added.

He emphasised that the safety of political leaders is a top governmen...