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Bangladesh's 'Battling Begums' rule the roost again
Political analysts say the interim authority now looks more intent on finding an honourable exit for itself than forcing reform on the top political partiesBANGLADESH'S "Battling Begums", behind bars and suspected to be heading towards the end of their careers just a few months ago, are back with a vengeance at the helm of the country's politics as December elections approach. That fact has analysts worried that changes needed to rid the country of corruption and put its politics on a more stable and less violent course are not going to come anytime soon. The pair, Sheikh Hasina and Begum Khaleda Zia, were heirs to political dynasties and alternated as prime ministers in the 15 years through 2006. Posted by: Fred 2008-09-26 |
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