Enduring Support for Awami League in Bangladesh, Says Report

Recent analyses highlight the Awami League’s significant and steadfast support base in Bangladesh, despite ongoing political shifts. According to a report featuring insights from political analyst Masood Kamal in Deutsche Welle (DW), a considerable number of Awami League loyalists remain ideologically and historically committed to the party. This deep-rooted backing is a notable aspect of the political landscape. Even in the 2001 elections, a period of less favorable results for the AL, the party secured over 22 million votes, demonstrating its enduring popular foundation. Kamal also criticized the use of executive orders to ban political parties, deeming it incompatible with democratic norms and remarking on the interim government’s unintended role in fostering division rather than unity.