People won't allow fascism, terrorism in politics: Minister

Law Minister Md Asaduzzaman has said people will not allow fascism or autocracy to return to politics or create opportunities for terrorism in Bangladesh.

He made the remarks at a special general meeting of the Dhaka-based Jhenaidah Journalists' Forum at the National Press Club on Friday.

Speaking about recent bomb attacks, the minister said those attempting to bring a death-row convict back to Bangladesh through violence and intimidation had failed to understand the people. He added that several people had been arrested and the government had information about those involved.

Highlighting the government's activities over the past nine months, Asaduzzaman said it had avoided extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances and false cases filed by police.

He urged journalists to report both the government's achievements and shortcomings, even when reports went against him personally. He also called for stronger efforts against yellow journalism, corruption and injustice.

Prime Minister's Special Assistant (Political) Md Rashed Khan attended the event as a special guest.

-AJM