Jamaat-e-Islami

Jamaat-e-Islami is an Islamist political party in Bangladesh. It is newsworthy due to the upcoming February 12 elections and the possibility of it leading a governing alliance for the first time in its history. Recent developments include the party forming an electoral alliance with student leaders, though the latter feel 'sidelined' with limited parliamentary seats. A significant development is the potential split between the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and Jamaat-e-Islami, which could reshape the political landscape. This is because the BNP is trying to take on a more liberal stance. Jamaat-e-Islami's current relevance lies in its potential to significantly influence the outcome of the elections and the future direction of Bangladesh's government.