Information and Broadcasting Minister Jahir Uddin Swapan said that the government's primary responsibility is to ensure long-term good governance rather than making populist decisions. He made the remarks on Monday at his office in the Secretariat while exchanging post-Eid greetings with journalists. Responding to questions about the recent fuel price increase, he noted that fuel-importing countries have been adjusting prices in line with international market trends.

The minister explained that Bangladesh, being import-dependent, must operate within its import capacity. He added that the government had long maintained previous fuel prices despite global increases, following the advice of an expert committee led by economist Wahiduddin Mahmud. The committee was formed by the finance and power ministries to address the ongoing energy situation.

Commenting on an alleged attack on journalists at Ad-Din Hospital, Swapan said ensuring journalists’ safety within the institution is the hospital authority’s responsibility. He emphasized transparency in media work and reiterated the government’s commitment to accountability as repeatedly highlighted by the Prime Minister.