Dhaka, Sept. 20 -- The emergence of the National Citizen Party (NCP), formed in the wake of last year's July Uprising, is reshaping Bangladesh's political landscape as discussions over possible mergers, alliances, and joint electoral strategies intensify.

Political polarization is increasingly centering on the new youth-led force, with several parties weighing their next moves ahead of the upcoming national election slated for mid-February next year.

Over the past weeks, NCP leaders have held a series of informal meetings with Gono Odhikar Parishad, AB Party, Gonosonghoti Andolon, Rashtra Sangskar Andolon and Aup Bangladesh.

According to insiders, the talks have revolved around two key agendas: some parties are considering merging into...