Commenting that fuel prices have increased in all countries except Bangladesh, he said, “Even in the United States of America, fuel prices have increased by 50 per cent. In Singapore, Sri Lanka, India and everywhere else, fuel prices have increased significantly. But in Bangladesh, fuel prices have not been increased yet. This is an achievement of the present government. We are trying to ensure that people at all levels can live well.”
“People should think in the long term. If we consider our future, some adjustment in fuel prices may be necessary. That too should be done while keeping people in a safe situation,” he said.
Shama Obaid further said, “Martyr President Ziaur Rahman first opened the labor market there by sending workers to Saudi Arabia. After that continuity, whenever the BNP government has been in power, we have maintained good relations with all the Middle Eastern countries. As a result, even during the war, countries including Iran are treating Bangladesh as a friendly nation. My expatriate brothers are safe in those countries. We are getting the essential oil and gas through various channels without any crisis. Is.”