Dhaka, Jan. 27 -- Violence and insecurity surrounding the upcoming election have emerged as major challenges to citizens' trust. According to a recent public opinion survey by Democracy International, security is now the top concern for citizens in Bangladesh. The survey shows that 92 percent of citizens would not vote for parties or candidates involved in violence and election-day violence is considered the main factor reducing voter turnout.

In this context, "Voting and Voter Security", a dialogue jointly organized by Jamuna Television and Democracy International, was held, bringing together political parties, election experts, researchers and media representatives to discuss the issue.

Catherine Cecil, Chief of Party at Democracy Int...