Chief Whip Md Nurul Islam Moni on Monday said the government has been working tirelessly to ensure the efficient and optimal use of the country's limited resources.
“Improving people's living standards and achieving sustainable development through effective budget implementation remain the government's primary objectives,” he said.
The chief whip came up with the remarks when Political Officer of the US Embassy in Bangladesh Stuart James paid a courtesy call on him at his National Parliament Building office.
During the meeting, they discussed the ongoing budget session, parliamentary activities and the proposed formation of a Bangladesh-US Parliamentary Caucus.
Moni said an effective parliament has been established, reflecting the aspirations of the people following 17 years of democratic movements and struggles.
According to him, 260 first-time lawmakers have joined the 13th Parliament, and the current budget session is their first in the House.
The chief whip said the new lawmakers are making sincere efforts to learn parliamentary procedures and practices.
He added that while public interest in parliamentary proceedings had been comparatively low in the past, people are now following parliamentary sessions regularly, which he described as a positive sign for democratic practice.
Stuart James said Bangladesh and the US share a long-standing relationship based on friendship and cooperation.
He expressed hope that the formation of a Bangladesh-US Parliamentary Caucus will further strengthen communication, exchange of experiences and mutual cooperation between lawmakers of the two countries.
Stuart James also highly praised the Chief Whip's role in establishing an effective and accountable parliament for the people.
