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  PM seeks OIC support to resolve Rohingya crisis Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today sought support from member states of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation to help resolve the Rohingya crisis. He made the appeal when ambassadors and high commissioners of OIC member countries stationed in Dhaka paid a courtesy call on him at his Cabinet Division office at the Bangladesh Secretariat this afternoon, according to Prime Minister’s Deputy Press Secretary Jahidul Islam Rony. During the meeting, the envoys congratulated Tarique Rahman on assuming office as Prime Minister. The OIC member states also reaffirmed their strong commitment to standing beside Bangladesh and strengthening bilateral cooperation in several sectors, including investment, trade, education, healthcare, textiles, and the pharmaceutical industry. Rony said the Prime Minister welcomed their remarks and, on behalf of the government and the people of Bangladesh, thanked the OIC countries for their continued support. T...
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Govt Moves to Reopen Closed Factories

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Govt Moves to Reopen Closed Factories: Prime Minister

Prime Minister and BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman has said the government has taken steps to gradually reopen factories that were shut down during what he described as the “previous authoritarian regime,” as part of efforts to revive the country’s industrial sector.

He made the announcement while addressing a May Day rally as the chief guest, organised by Jatiyatabadi Sramik Dal in front of the BNP central office in Naya Paltan, Dhaka, on Friday afternoon.

Speaking at the rally, Tarique Rahman said he had already held discussions with relevant stakeholders after being elected and issued necessary directives. He added that an important meeting is scheduled this week to determine how quickly closed factories can be reopened and how employment opportunities can be restored for jobless workers.

Referring to the past decade, he questioned the state of workers’ rights, alleging that not only labourers but also teachers, students, women, and other working groups had been deprived of their rights. He also claimed that the movement on 5 August 2024 led to the end of authoritarian rule in the country.

Criticising the previous government led by Awami League, he said the economy had been weakened by “looting and mismanagement,” which resulted in the gradual closure of industries and increased dependence on imports.

Outlining future plans, he stressed that improving workers’ welfare is key to national progress. He said discussions are already underway with both local and foreign investors to attract new investments, which would help establish new industries and create more jobs.

Addressing recent eviction drives against street vendors in Dhaka, he said authorities have been instructed to ensure proper rehabilitation alongside eviction measures. He noted that hawkers also have families to support and cannot simply be removed without securing alternative livelihoods.

He added that rehabilitation initiatives for hawkers have already begun under both Dhaka North and Dhaka South City Corporations.

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