Ruhul Kabir Rizvi, senior joint secretary general of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has stated that former prime minister Sheikh Hasina will be brought back to the country under the existing extradition treaty, not through any voluntary return. He made the remarks on Friday (November 13).
Extradition Process
Rizvi said there will be no special consideration or separate procedure for Sheikh Hasina. The legal process to bring her back will be initiated in accordance with the existing legal framework and extradition treaty between Bangladesh and the country where she is currently staying. He added that this process will be completed to ensure the rule of law and justice.African Nations' Stance
Meanwhile, a report by Bangladesh Pratidin stated that no African country is willing to grant asylum to Sheikh Hasina. Citing international diplomatic sources, the report claimed that despite contacts with various countries, no asylum arrangement could be made for her. This has sparked fresh speculation about her whereabouts.Political Context
Following the fall of the Awami League government in the student-people's uprising on August 5, Sheikh Hasina left the country and went to India. She has been staying there since then, it is believed. Recently, Bangladesh's interim government has announced several diplomatic initiatives to bring Sheikh Hasina back. Rizvi's comments come in this context.However, no official response has yet been received from the Indian government or any other country regarding Sheikh Hasina's asylum or extradition. Political circles are discussing what the next steps will be in this regard.
