1. PM Sheikh Hasina reaffirms commitment to democracy during Bangladesh’s general election.
2. Stresses the importance of stable democracy for national progress.
3. Highlights Bangladesh’s achievements under a stable democratic framework since 2009.
Dhaka, Jan 07: As the crucial general election unfolded in Bangladesh, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina emphasized her commitment to ensuring the continuity of democracy in the country.
Speaking in a press conference in Dhaka on Saturday, she expressed the significance of a stable democracy for a nation’s progress and highlighted Bangladesh’s achievements since 2009.
Hasina stressed the importance of democratic governance for development, drawing a sharp contrast between countries with democratic governments and those under military dictatorships.
She asserted that Bangladesh‘s progress from 2009 to 2023 was a result of its stable democracy, emphasizing that nations without democracy struggled to achieve significant development.
“Our country is sovereign and independent. We may be a small country, but we have a big population. We have established people’s democratic rights. I want to make sure that democracy should continue in this country,” Hasina remarked, underlining the foundational role of democratic principles in upholding citizens’ rights.
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The Prime Minister’s comments came on the day of the high-stakes general election in Bangladesh, signaling the critical importance of democratic values in the nation’s political landscape.
As voters participated in the electoral process, Hasina’s focus on sustaining democracy reflected a commitment to the principles that underpin the country’s governance.
She concluded her statements by reaffirming that Bangladesh’s sovereignty and independence were integral, and the government aimed to uphold the democratic rights of its people.
The election marked a pivotal moment in the nation’s political trajectory, with democracy at the forefront of discussions and considerations.
