The reporter had earlier asked about the UN’s stance on recognizing the genocide during the liberation war in Bangladesh in 1971.
However, the spokesperson declined to comment on an incident that occurred long ago. He also clarified that it is not the job of the UN Secretary-General to designate an event as genocide; Rather, it is up to the competent judicial authorities.
Meanwhile, another journalist wanted to know about the government’s recent letter to the UN seeking support and whether the Secretary-General was aware of the government’s preparations for another ‘lopsided election’.