Dhaka, May 4 -- National Consensus Commission Vice Chairman Prof Ali Riaz on Sunday urged political parties to encourage their like-minded allies to work towards a consensus over reforms by bridging differences at least on fundamental issues.

"As political forces, we have the hope, belief and trust in you that you will talk to others, inspire your friendly political forces to narrow down the differences, and come to a common ground through which we can reach an agreement," he said.

Prof Riaz made the remarks in his introductory speech at the dialogue between the 12-party alliance and the National Consensus Commission.

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