Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman on Sunday said the party will provide full cooperation to the elected government on matters of national interest while fulfilling its “constitutional duty as a firm and principled opposition.”
Shafiqur made the remarks on his verified Facebook account following a courtesy visit by BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman to his residence in the capital’s Bashundhara Residential Area.
“Where the government acts in the public interest, we will support. Where accountability is required, we will speak. Our objective is not confrontation but correction; not obstruction, but oversight,” he wrote, emphasizing the need for a parliament that protects rights, ensures justice, and advances the nation with stability.
Congratulating Tarique in advance as the country’s future prime minister, Shafiqur described the visit as “an important moment in our national political journey” and welcomed the engagement “in a spirit of dialogue and responsibility,” hoping it signals a new chapter of institutional maturity and mutual respect.
He added, “We envision building a Bangladesh that is free from fascism, sovereign in its decision-making and founded upon justice. Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, together with the 11-party alliance, remains committed to establishing a prosperous, stable, and modern state grounded in democratic values and constitutional governance.”
Referring to discussions with Tarique, the Jamaat chief noted that measures are being taken to address incidents of post-election violence, including harm against opposition supporters and minority communities.
“We welcome this assurance and reiterate that no citizen, regardless of political affiliation, should face intimidation or insecurity,” he said.
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