Dhaka, Oct. 27 -- BNP senior leader Salahuddin Ahmed on Monday said their party is considering forming a greater political alliance ahead of the next national election, upholding the spirit of national unity.

"We are thinking of forming a broader alliance with the parties we have joined in simultaneous movements and with others so that together we can overcome the electoral hurdle," he said.

Salahuddin, a BNP Standing Committee member, made the remarks while talking to reporters after paying homage to party founder Ziaur Rahman by placing wreaths at his grave along with leaders and activists of Jatiyatabadi Jubo Dal, marking its 47th founding anniversary.

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