Islami Andolon Bangladesh has unveiled its election manifesto, pledging stronger climate resilience, environmental protection and disaster preparedness as climate risks increasingly shape Bangladesh’s political debate.
Islami Andolon Bangladesh (IAB) has announced its manifesto ahead of the country’s upcoming 13th parliamentary elections, outlining a series of governance, social and environmental commitments under the theme “Bangladesh of People’s Aspirations.”
The 13th national parliamentary election is expected to draw participation from major political parties, with policy commitments on climate, economic stability and governance likely to shape campaign debates in the coming months.
The manifesto of IAB was formally unveiled on Wednesday afternoon at the party’s central office in Purana Paltan, Dhaka, by the party’s supremo, Ameer Charmonai Pir Mufti Syed Muhammad Rezaul Karim.
The political platform includes 30 fundamental points and 12 special programmes addressing national development priorities, governance reforms and socio-economic issues. Among them, the party placed particular emphasis on environmental protection, disaster management and climate change response.
Under Point 14 of the manifesto, Islami Andolon Bangladesh pledged to strengthen measures to prevent environmental pollution and enhance national capacity to tackle climate-related disasters. The party stressed the need for improved preparedness and stronger resilience strategies as Bangladesh continues to face increasing climate vulnerabilities, including floods, cyclones and environmental degradation.
While presenting the manifesto, Mufti Syed Muhammad Rezaul Karim said the party aims to establish policies that reflect public expectations and ensure balanced national development. He highlighted the importance of safeguarding natural resources and strengthening disaster management systems to protect communities from the growing impacts of climate change.
Political observers note that climate resilience and environmental protection are increasingly becoming part of Bangladesh’s electoral discourse, reflecting the country’s exposure to climate risks and the growing public demand for sustainable development policies.
Bangladesh is widely recognised as one of the countries most vulnerable to climate change, facing frequent extreme weather events, sea-level rise and environmental challenges that threaten livelihoods and infrastructure. Analysts say the inclusion of climate and environmental priorities in political manifestos indicates a growing recognition of the need for long-term adaptation and sustainability strategies
