International Crisis Group
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Political Conflict, Extremism and Criminal Justice in Bangladesh
As the Awami League (AL) government’s political rivalry with the Bangladesh National Party (BNP) reaches new heights, so has its repression. At the same time, a deeply politicised, dysfunctional criminal justice system is undermining rather than buttressing the rule of law. Heavy-handed measures are denting the government’s legitimacy and, by provoking violent counter-responses, benefitting violent party wings and extremist groups alike.
FULL REPORT (Via Crisis Group)
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SOURCE: Crisis Group