Thursday, 20th August 2026
Khabor Wala Desk
Published: 4th August 2025, 3:56 PM
Salahuddin Ahmad, a member of the Standing Committee of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), stated that the party is prepared to sign the July Accord at any time.
Speaking to journalists on Monday, 4 August, at his residence in Gulshan, Dhaka, Salahuddin confirmed the party’s willingness to formalise the agreement.
Points on the July Accord and BNP’s Position
| Aspect | Details |
| BNP’s Response to July Accord | BNP submitted its response on 30 July, proposing some amendments. |
| Cooperation | BNP has provided maximum cooperation towards the implementation of the July Accord. |
| Historical & Political Value | Salahuddin described the July Accord as having significant historical and political importance. |
| Differences on Proposals | BNP disagreed with the proposal to omit 26 March (Bangladesh’s Independence Day) and has reservations on certain points. |
| Recognition of Indigenous Groups | BNP insists that constitutional recognition for indigenous groups will be granted via the Fourth Schedule. |
| Future Steps | If the amendments proposed by BNP are not accepted, the party will respond accordingly after receiving the final accord. |
| Calls for Unity | Salahuddin urged all parties to maintain an anti-fascist alliance to ensure smooth implementation. |
Discussions at National Unity Commission
| Topic | Outcome |
| Fundamental Issues Discussed | 19 core issues related to reform were discussed at the National Unity Commission. |
| BNP’s Position | BNP issued a ‘Note of Dissent’ on 7 issues but agreed on 12. |
Additional Notes
Salahuddin also mentioned that BNP has not yet received an invitation to the event presenting the July Accord at Manik Mia Avenu
The BNP’s readiness to sign the July Accord and its call for unity underscore ongoing efforts to build consensus ahead of critical political developments in Bangladesh.
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