Tarique Rahman, who was sworn in as the 11th Prime Minister of Bangladesh on February 17, 2026, has outlined a comprehensive mission and vision for the country under the overarching theme of "Shobar Agey Bangladesh" (Bangladesh First). His platform focuses on institutional reform, economic growth, youth empowerment, and national consensus, moving away from divisive politics.
Here is a breakdown of his core mission and vision across key sectors:
Core Vision: An Inclusive "Dream Bangladesh"
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National Consensus: Rahman envisions a society where all citizens are identified equally as Bangladeshis, without majority or minority divides, ensuring equal rights and dignity for everyone.
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Consensus Government: He has advocated for a government of consensus that includes alliance partners and other political parties, emphasizing that the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) must win the hearts of the people and remain strictly accountable.
Economic Growth and Employment
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Trillion-Dollar Economy: His government aims to more than double the size of the economy, targeting growth from $450 billion to a $1 trillion economy by 2034.
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Job Creation: The manifesto sets an ambitious goal of creating 10 million new jobs within five years, specifically focusing on information technology, freelancing, and small industries.
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Support for the Unemployed: The plan includes providing temporary allowances for unemployed graduates and expanding targeted skills development programs.
Governance and Institutional Reform
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31-Point Framework: The foundation of his political reform rests on the BNP's 31-point framework, which focuses on restoring democratic balance, combating corruption, and decentralizing power.
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Judicial and Executive Checks: The administration is committed to ensuring credible elections, strengthening judicial independence, increasing the representation of women in parliament, and implementing checks on executive power.
Women and Youth Empowerment
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The "Family Card" Initiative: A flagship policy designed to position women as decision-makers and leaders by issuing a Family Card to the female head of each household.
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Microcredit Schemes: Implementation of microcredit programs for rural women and homemakers to bring economic opportunities directly to local communities and reduce forced migration.
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Youth-Driven Future: A 15-to-20-year strategic plan designed to harness the energy and intellect of Bangladesh's youth-dominated demographic to build a modernized nation.
Environmental "Green Vision"
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Canal Excavation: A massive infrastructure pledge to excavate 20,000 kilometers of canals to combat waterlogging and provide sustainable water sources for agriculture.
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Reforestation: A commitment to plant 500 million (50 crore) saplings nationwide to significantly boost the country's forest cover and environmental sustainability.
Foreign Policy
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Balanced Diplomacy: Pursuing an independent, multidimensional, and pragmatic foreign policy that prioritizes economic incentives, national interests, and regional stability.
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Strategic Partnerships: Expanding mutually beneficial relations by viewing countries like China as "development friends" to drive technological cooperation, infrastructure development, and foreign investment.
