Tarique Rahman expresses solidarity with South Korea's democratic movement

Acting chairman of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Tarique Rahman  has voiced strong support for the people of South Korea as they continue their pro-democracy struggle.

“Standing in solidarity with the courageous people of South Korea as they continue their stand for democracy,” he said in a post on social media.

Tarique said,“In Bangladesh, we have endured a repressive regime for over a decade, and so we deeply understand the pain, resilience, and resolve it takes to confront oppression”.

Criticizing the misuse of democratic mechanisms by elected governments, he said, “Both our nations know the dangers of elected governments exploiting democratic loopholes for their own purposes.”

He emphasized the resilience of ordinary citizens, stating that the successes of pro-democracy movements in both countries underscore the unyielding power of a determined populace.

Tarique Rahman urged political leaders and citizens to remain vigilant to prevent future threats to democracy.

 “To safeguard the future, it is imperative that both political leaders and citizens remain ever vigilant, ensuring that democracy is never subverted again,” he said.

“By building strong democratic institutions, we can protect the rights of our people and secure a just and free society,” he added.

“Together, we strive for justice, liberty and enduring democracy,” he concluded.