Fisheries and Livestock Minister Mohammad Amin Ur Rashid has stated that the agriculture, fisheries, and livestock sectors form the primary foundation of the country’s economy.
He emphasised that the national economy would become stronger and more sustainable if these sectors are developed through integrated planning and effective implementation.
The minister made these remarks this afternoon during an exchange meeting with officials held in the conference room of the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock.
He highlighted that the Prime Minister gives the highest priority to agricultural development, believing that its progress ensures a stable national economy.
Rashid pointed out that while many developed nations remain covered in ice for six to eight months of the year, Bangladesh possesses the significant assets of a year-round crop production cycle, a favourable climate, and fertile land.
He called for collective efforts to transform Bangladesh into a “best and beautiful” state.
Discussing cultural heritage, the Minister remarked that fish and rice are inseparable from Bengali food culture, noting that Bengalis seek these flavours wherever they go in the world. He urged experienced officials and experts to work together to elevate Bangladesh to a prestigious global position in agricultural production.
He further noted the government’s sincerity in meeting public expectations and highlighted the immense potential for exporting agricultural products by leveraging the country’s natural resources.
The minister stressed that while the government is ready to provide support, desired success depends on the sincere cooperation of officials. He stated that “creating history” is possible by working together within a professional and corruption-free environment.
Sultan Salahuddin Tuku, the state minister for Fisheries and Livestock, Agriculture, and Food, noted that the current democratic government was established through a fair election and faces high public expectations.
He affirmed the government’s commitment to discharging duties with the utmost honesty and dedication, learning from past administrative limitations.
The state minister expressed concern over the filling and illegal occupation of canals, rivers, and other water bodies, which are vital reservoirs for fish resources. He called for initiatives to identify, recover, and preserve these areas.
He assured that the ministry would provide maximum cooperation to officials who perform their duties correctly, adding that detailed action plans would be formulated through future sector-specific meetings.
The meeting was attended by Abu Taher Muhammad Jaber, Secretary of the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock, along with senior officials from the ministry and various departments and offices.
