Dhaka, Oct. 10 -- The National Consensus Commission has concluded its five-day round of talks with political parties without reaching an agreement on the timing and method of a referendum to implement the July National Charter.

Despite broad consensus on the need for a public vote, parties remain divided over whether the referendum should be held before or alongside the next general election.

Commission officials said on Wednesday that it will now consult legal and constitutional experts and compile its final recommendations for the interim government within the next couple of days.

The meeting also confirmed that the July National Charter 2025 will be formally signed on October 15 at the South Plaza of the Jatiya Sangsad, with Chief Adv...