In a bold move just hours after assuming power, Bangladesh’s new Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has cracked down on lawlessness and extended assurances to minority communities battered by recent violence. The nation, reeling from weeks of unrest, welcomes this leadership shift as a beacon of stability.
Addressing the country amid celebrations in Dhaka, Rahman prioritized restoring peace. ‘Our government’s top mission is to rebuild trust through ironclad law enforcement and zero tolerance for corruption,’ he declared. He pinpointed gambling and drug proliferation as major threats to public safety, ordering immediate stringent actions by enforcement agencies.
Rahman emphasized rule of law above all. ‘No party influence, no favoritism, no coercion—only the supremacy of law will govern our state,’ he asserted. This comes after minorities, including Hindus, Buddhists, and Christians, faced unprecedented attacks during the turmoil that ousted the previous regime.
In a unifying message, the PM stated, ‘Whether Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, or Christian, your faith does not define your citizenship. BNP voters or not, every Bangladeshi has equal stake in this government.’ He urged collective nation-building, transcending divides of party, religion, or ideology.
To promote integrity, Rahman announced BNP lawmakers would forgo tax-free car imports and land allotments—decisions ratified in the cabinet’s inaugural session. ‘We are committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in governance,’ he added, signaling a clean break from past practices.
As Bangladesh turns a new page, Rahman’s swift actions offer hope for reconciliation and security, with all eyes on how his administration delivers on these promises.