Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has sought the people's cooperation to fight against militancy and terrorism for maintaining peace in the country.
Speaking at the parliament today, she said: "We are taking actions against terrorism and militancy so that peaceful atmosphere prevails in the country. We seek cooperation of the countrymen to this end."
Hasina added there are elements who always orchestrate conspiracies but we will have to move forward to build Sonar Bangla as dreamt by Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, reports the Daily Star.
Industries Minister and senior Awami League leader Amir Hossain Amu initiated the unscheduled discussion marking the 67th founding anniversary of Bangladesh Awami League.
The Bangladeshi Premier said Bangladesh Awami League, the oldest political party of the country, established democracy and led the nation towards gradual socio-economic development.