Bangladesh, Jan. 22 -- Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Wednesday underscored the importance of conducting the upcoming general election on February 12 in a manner that sets a lasting benchmark for future polls in Bangladesh.

"The 2026 election must be held in such a way that it becomes a standard for all future elections," he said. Prof Yunus made the remarks while presiding over a high-level meeting on the overall law and order situation at his office in Tejgaon, ahead of the 13th Jatiya Sangsad election and the referendum on implementing the July National Charter.

Later, Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam briefed journalists on the outcomes of the meeting at the Foreign Service Academy.

At the meeting, the Chief ...