Dhaka, Feb. 13 -- The swearing-in ceremony for the twelfth National Parliament has concluded, and the formation of the new cabinet is complete. However, discussions have emerged regarding a potential expansion of the cabinet following the election of the remaining 50 reserved seats for women at the end of this month.

Senior leaders of the ruling Awami League suggest that the cabinet's size might increase by adding 10-11 new members. There is an ongoing

debate about whether these additions will consist of new faces or existing members in the second phase.

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who took the oath for the fourth consecutive term on January 11, formed the cabinet with 37 members, including 25 ministers and 11 state ministers. The po...