In a vote with widespread irregularities and intimidation, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina remains in power, but faces accusations that she’s more autocratic.
Tag: Elections
Bangladesh Prime Minister Wins 3rd Term Amid Deadly Violence on Election Day
At least 17 were killed in an election marred by widespread allegations of rigging, as the country’s Election Commission said the governing party of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina won a large majority.
Congo Votes, Amid Ebola Crisis and Problems at Polls, After Years’ Delay
The long-delayed vote to replace Congo’s leader of 18 years, Joseph Kabila, was marred by torrential rains, lost voter rolls and malfunctioning machines.
As Congo Election Nears, Rioters Storm an Ebola Center and Unrest Grows
Delays of long-anticipated elections to replace President Joseph Kabila are adding to insecurity in a region plagued by an Ebola outbreak and militia violence.
Afghanistan Likely to Delay Election as Trump Presses for Peace Talks
Officials said a presidential vote scheduled for April could be put back at least three months to allow for better preparation. That would give U.S. negotiators more time, too.
Netanyahu Announces Early Elections
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is facing a series of corruption investigations, said Israel would hold early elections in April.
With Early Israel Elections, Netanyahu Banks on Strengthening Support
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, facing possible bribery charges, had wanted his government to complete its term through next November. He changed his mind.
Congo, on Verge of Landmark Election, Pulls Back Again
Election commission blames violence, technical problems and an Ebola epidemic in parts of the country for delaying a vote to choose the first new leader in 18 years.
New Zealand Says Voters Will Decide Whether Marijuana Is Legalized
With a referendum planned for 2020, New Zealand apparently will be the first country to put legalizing recreational marijuana to a public vote.
France’s Yellow Vests Confront Macron With a New Reality
The survival of Mr. Macron’s presidency may no longer be at stake, but its shape and direction seem certain to change.