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Bangladesh Awami League

Asked by Charlie DewhirstConservativeForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 5 June 2026UIN 5788

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether her Department has a policy on engagement with the Awami League.

Answered by Seema Malhotra

The UK engages with a broad range of stakeholders in Bangladesh, including political parties, civil society and international partners, in support of democratic processes, human rights and the rule of law. We continue to encourage all political actors in Bangladesh to engage in peaceful dialogue and to work towards a sustainable, inclusive political settlement in the interests of the Bangladeshi people.

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