In a statement regarding the latest happenings in Bangladesh, the US Department of State has supported the establishment of an interim government. Matthew Miller, the department spokesperson, said that America Welcomes is closely watching what happens in Bangladesh during press briefings.
Support For Interim Government
Miller enjoyed seeing an interim government formed after Sheikh Hasina resigned as prime minister. He mentioned with deep concern and sorrow about the unfortunate loss of lives over the last few days. Comprehensive investigations must be carried out into these deaths to ensure accountability, he added.
Commitment To Democratic Processes
The spokesman reiterated that America stands with people from all walks of life in this nation and advocates for power transitions based on constitutional laws. According to him, when politics changes hands, patience should prevail among involved parties.
Military Actions And Public Protests
Miller also touched on reports indicating the military’s refusal to intensify its crackdown against student-led protests in universities across Bangladesh. If true, this would suggest something positive since there might be a shift towards respecting rights granted by law concerning peaceful demonstrations held by legal protesters.
Recent Political Developments
Over 300 people died due to violence incited by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s decision to resign last Sunday, prompting Army Chief General Qamar al-Zaman’s announcement about the formation of an interim government. British media reported that Hasina had 45 minutes within which she was supposed to step down following orders from the army chief, who threatened her with dire consequences should she fail.
Afterward, President Mohammad Shahabuddin met up with military leaders. He revealed his preparedness for setting up multi-party inclusive interim governance involving civil society members besides giving a directive asking them to end rampant looting while restoring rule and orderliness in war-torn regions like Dhaka City, where protests began demanding justice for slain students killed during demonstrations against repressive regimes established through unconstitutional means.
Background Of Protests
Last month, students protested against a quota system that provided 30% of jobs reserved for children born from parents who were fighters during the liberation struggle waged back in 1971, resulting in a death toll reaching two hundred before the Supreme Court abolished such policies. However, they continued demonstrating, chanting slogans and seeking justice. Not only did their peers’ murderers bring a book, but also civil disobedience campaigns aimed at marching towards the capital city of Dhaka.
