Pointing to the close relations developed with India by the Awami League government, Bangladesh Information Minister Hasan Mahmud pointed out that the country's ties with its larger neighbour have always been affected and minorities have faced atrocities whenever the opposition BNP comes to power.
Mr. Mahmud also accused Pakistan of "indulging in foul play" by assisting the Bangladesh Nationalist Party and Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, which are trying to fan “religious fanaticism and instability” in the country.
While lauding the Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League government in Bangladesh for restoring political stability and religious harmony, Mr. Mahmud said, "When the BNP was in power, religious harmony was affected and fanatic elements had destabilised the country, destroying peace between communities."
