Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami launched its "Policy Summit 2026" at a city hotel on Tuesday morning, drawing diplomats and representatives from approximately 30 countries and international organizations.
The summit, titled "Aspiring Bangladesh," serves as a platform for the party to present its governance vision ahead of the 13th National Parliament elections. Diplomats and envoys from the United States, United Kingdom, European Union, India, Pakistan, China, and several Middle Eastern and Southeast Asian nations attended the inaugural session.
In his keynote address, Jamaat Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman stated that Bangladesh’s primary challenge has shifted from mere survival to ensuring long-term stability. "Our history is one of unfinished struggles for dignity and economic liberation," he said. "The promises of 1947 and 1971 remain unfulfilled due to decades of authoritarianism and systemic failure."
Unveiling a comprehensive political and economic outline, Dr. Rahman pledged "zero tolerance" against corruption and a commitment to "Insaf" (justice). He highlighted that the 2024 youth-led uprising has provided a final opportunity to restore citizen rights and build a transparent, accountable state.
The summit also addressed key sectoral reforms, including youth employment, inflation control, and the "July National Charter," which the party maintains must be the legal foundation for the upcoming polls.
