Running a Government Like an NGO Will Lead to Problems: Moin Khan

BNP Standing Committee member Abdul Moin Khan has stated that running a government in the style of a non-governmental organisation (NGO) or a corporate entity would inevitably lead to complications. He emphasised that the roles and functions of a government differ fundamentally from those of NGOs or private corporations.

The senior political figure made these remarks on Thursday, 24 July, while speaking as the chief guest at a seminar organised by the Policy Research Institute (PRI), a research-based think tank based in Banani, Dhaka.

Clear Distinction Between Government, NGOs, and Corporates

According to Moin Khan:

“NGOs work with only a portion of the population. Their focus is not on the entirety of the people. Corporate institutions, on the other hand, are fundamentally driven by profit motives. But in a democracy, the opinions of all people must be represented.”

He argued that democratic governance cannot be modelled after profit-driven or project-based structures, stressing that a government must serve the interests of the whole population, not just specific segments.

Concerns over Foreign Currency Exchange Rates

Addressing the state of the economy, Moin Khan expressed concern over the devaluation of the Bangladeshi Taka against the US Dollar. He remarked:

“For the first time, I have witnessed the devaluation of the US Dollar against the Taka. But why is Bangladesh Bank attempting to prevent this depreciation? A stronger Taka would enhance our ability to repay foreign loans.”

He questioned the logic behind propping up weaker banks by injecting printed money, highlighting potential economic risks and inflationary pressures that could result from such practices.

On Economic Reforms

Touching on the need for reforms, Moin Khan mentioned that the BNP has been engaging with reform efforts well before July two years ago. He described reform as:

“A continuous process that we have been addressing over the past two years. Reform is not a one-time event; it is an ongoing necessity.”

He reiterated the party’s commitment to institutional reform as part of their broader vision for democratic governance and sustainable development.