Dhaka, June 23 -- Discussions over a proposed term limit for the Prime Minister and the foundational principles of the Constitution took center stage during Sunday's dialogue between the National Consensus Commission (NCC) and political parties, according to NCC Vice-Chair Ali Riaz.
Speaking to reporters after the meeting, Riaz said the parties had come "close to agreement" on limiting the tenure of the Prime Minister, though three parties - the BNP, BLDP, and NDM - sought additional time to consult with their leadership, given the issue's link with broader constitutional reforms and the proposed creation of an Upper House of Parliament.
He expressed optimism that the next round of talks would yield consensus.On the matter of constitution...