In Dhaka, Bangladesh, Shafiqur Rahman, leader of the Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, unveiled an ambitious election manifesto aiming to quadruple the country’s GDP to $2 trillion by 2040 through technology-driven sectors. Despite doubts from economists, the manifesto signals Jamaat as a credible alternative with a focus on modern development. Rahman’s increased visibility and appeal have positioned him as a potential contender for the role of Bangladesh’s next prime minister, amid a shifting political landscape post-uprising and a vacuum left by traditional parties.
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