Information and Broadcasting Adviser Mahfuj Alam emphasized that the nation stands above individual ideals, personal respect, and emotions.
In a post on his verified Facebook account on Thursday, he wrote: "Unity of patriotic forces is inevitable. I sincerely regret any previous statements and wording that were divisive.”
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“If I remain in government for another day, I want to work with respect and sensitivity towards all forces of the mass uprising," he said.
He added: "I hope that the future state will be democratic and inclusive only if we avoid the divisive slogans and label-mongering of the old settlement, which make a larger group of people vulnerable to killing."
The adviser continued: "The enemies of Bangladesh are united and aggressive. Sovereignty and all democratic institutions are under threat.”
He further added: “The patriotic people who were united in the July uprising have a long test ahead of them. This test is of unity and patience. We must pass the test."