Bangladesh’s democracy is strained as Hasina wins a 4th term in a boycotted, low turnout vote

DHAKA, Bangladesh — Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has swept to power for a fourth consecutive term in Bangladesh, following an election on Sunday that was boycotted by opposition parties and marked by violent protests and international scrutiny. Her Awami League party won 222 seats out of 299, according to the Election Commission, cementing a majority … Read more