Weak govt lacking public support can open doors for looting of country's wealth: Tarique
The interests of the country and its people will remain secure if a pro-people and patriotic government, also one that is supported by the public, is in power, he says
A weak government devoid of popular support and not representing the people poses a significant threat to the nation's wealth, BNP acting chairperson Tarique Rahman said today (19 December).
"If chaos gets stirred in the country, or if a weak government, lacking popular support and not representing the people, can be kept in power, then many will have the opportunity to loot the country's wealth," he said while virtually addressing a BNP workshop as the chief guest.
The BNP leader said the interests of the country and its people will remain secure if a pro-people and patriotic government, also one that is supported by the public, is in power.
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"In such a case, those who eye the country's money, wealth, and natural resources with vulture-like greed will think twice."
He urged his party leaders and activists to work on building people's confidence in them as well as secure public support to win the next election.
"We have no alternative but to stay beside the people and engage with them constantly to overcome any hurdles ahead of the elections," Tarique said.
Mentioning that BNP leaders and workers faced serious hardships and challenges in their political journey, he urged them to use their experience, knowledge, and prudence to win people's support.
He said his party will gradually implement the 31-point proposal if it gets the chance to form a government with people's support.
Tarique said the people of Bangladesh can play a crucial role in helping the BNP implement the 31-point outline, which was formulated in consultation with all the parties that waged the simultaneous movement against the Awami League regime.
The BNP is open to accepting any better proposals from other parties or individuals for the welfare of the people and the country, he added.
The BNP leader believes that a positive change will come if they can begin working on implementing the proposal.
"We will only be able to implement this plan if we have public support. So, we must gain their support at any cost. We must convince them by engaging with them," he added.
