Dhaka, March 15 -- Discussion on a parliamentary motion of thanks to the president's speech has renewed political tensions over the July National Charter, the referendum verdict, and the constitutional reform council.

Government MPs welcomed the president's address on Sunday, while opposition members from Jamaat and other parties raised questions on the implementation of the July Charter and the reform council.

They also criticised speeches delivered by the president during the ousted Awami League government.

On Sunday, Chief Whip Md Nurul Islam tabled the motion of thanks, supported by Whip Mia Nuruddin Ahmed, before debate began. Fourteen MPs participated on the first day, after which the session was adjourned until Mar 29.

The sess...