, Nov. 6 -- e-Islami, along with seven other political parties, on Thursday submitted a five-point memorandum to Chief Adviser Dr Muhammad Yunus, urging the implementation of the July Charter and calling for a national referendum ahead of the next general election scheduled for February.

A joint delegation visited the Chief Adviser's residence at noon to submit the memorandum.

Earlier, Jamaat Secretary General Mia Golam Parwar briefed journalists on the parties' demands.

The five-point memorandum called for: issuing an order to implement the July Charter; announcing the referendum date before the election; introducing proportional representation in both houses in the next national polls; ensuring a level playing field for a free, fair ...