Nov 7 spirit vital to democratic reforms: Swapon

Prime Minister's Political Adviser Zahir Uddin Swapon has called for building an equitable, democratic and self-reliant Bangladesh by upholding the spirit of the historic solidarity between soldiers and people on 7 November 1975.

He made the call while addressing a discussion meeting marking National Revolution and Solidarity Day, jointly organised by the Bangladesh Consulate General in New York and Bangladesh Permanent Mission to the United Nations.

The meeting was held at the auditorium of the Bangladesh Consulate General in New York on Sunday morning.

Zahir Uddin Swapon said 7 November 1975 marked a historic turning point in the country's independence, sovereignty and democratic journey, reflecting spontaneous unity between members of the armed forces and the general public.

He said the spirit of that unity remained highly relevant to the country's ongoing state and political reforms.

Highlighting the role of expatriate Bangladeshis, the political adviser said they had consistently played a leading role during national crises and in the country's economic progress.

He called on expatriates to continue contributing their skills, experience and remittances to accelerate the government's development and reform initiatives. He also urged them to work together to further enhance Bangladesh's image abroad.

Bangladesh Consul General in New York Md Mozammel Haque Peter chaired the meeting.

Barrister Muhammad Nawshad Zamir, MP,chairman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Law, Sanchita Haque, acting head of Bangladesh Permanent Mission to the United Nations, and Golam Mortoza, press minister at the Bangladesh Embassy in Washington, spoke as special guests.

In his speech, Barrister Muhammad Nawshad Zamir highlighted the historical background and constitutional significance of 7 November. He said strengthening the rule of law and democratic institutions while maintaining national solidarity was the foremost demand of the time.

Sanchita Haque highlighted Bangladesh's diplomatic position on the international stage and the contributions of expatriates to the country's progress.

Golam Mortoza stressed the importance of a free media, democratic values and national unity.

In his concluding remarks, Consul General Muhammad Mozammel Haque thanked the chief guest, special guests and expatriate Bangladeshis for attending the programme.

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At the beginning of the meeting, messages issued by the President and the Prime Minister marking the day were read out.

A special prayer was later offered seeking continued peace and prosperity for the country and the well-being of expatriate Bangladeshis.

Officials and employees of the Permanent Mission and Consulate General, along with expatriate Bangladeshis from different professions living in New York, attended the programme.