IRI delegation meets Jamaat ameer ahead of polls

During the meeting, the delegation emphasised its commitment to observing a free, fair and credible electoral process.

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11 February, 2026, 09:05 pm

Last modified: 11 February, 2026, 09:25 pm

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An election observation delegation from the US-based International Republican Institute (IRI), currently in Bangladesh, paid a courtesy call on Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman to exchange views on the upcoming election.

The 19-member delegation is led by former US congressman David Dreier.

During the meeting held today (11 February), the delegation emphasised its commitment to observing a free, fair and credible electoral process, Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami said in a Facebook post.

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The Jamaat ameer reaffirmed his party's full support for transparent voting, peaceful participation, and respect for the will of the people, the post said.

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