Dhaka – The German government has urged Bangladesh government and all political parties to overcome their differences in the interest of the country, and work together to bring about inclusive, peaceful and credible democratic elections.“The Federal Government has noted with regret the circumstances surrounding the (10th) parliamentary elections in Bangladesh. These elections are an extremely poor reflection of the electorate’s will,” said a statement of the Federal Foreign Office of Germany issued from Berlin on January 7.
The country condemned the violence that surrounded the elections and called upon all political forces to refrain from any form of violence and intimidation, especially against religious minorities.
“The number of people killed or injured during the campaign and on the election day itself is appallingly high,” said the statement distributed by the German Embassy here on Wednesday. – UNB
