It's the third most populous Muslim nation in the world; 140 million people packed into a country the size of England and Wales.

The average Bangladeshi is 21 years old and young people will play a crucial role in deciding the outcome of the forthcoming elections. But just where is Bangladesh heading?

Country profile • Bangladesh

In this special debate presented by Stephen Sackur in Dhaka and Nisha Pillai in London, we bring together a live audience of young Bangladeshis in Dhaka and London to ask members of the government, the opposition and independent experts what the future holds.

Bangladesh in 2006
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This programme was recorded in Dhaka on 7 April 2006