Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) acting chairman Tarique Rahman has expressed gratitude to Australian parliamentarians for their stance in favor of democracy, human rights, and a fair electoral process in Bangladesh. In a Facebook post on Saturday night, Rahman commended the MPs for their principled and conscientious statements, describing them as a reflection of universal democratic values and solidarity with the Bangladeshi people. He noted that many citizens are anxious about political uncertainty, insecurity, and the lack of an environment for free expression ahead of the upcoming national election. Rahman also praised the Bangladeshi diaspora in Australia for responsibly raising these concerns internationally, strengthening bilateral ties between the two nations. His remarks followed Australian MP Abigail Boyd’s motion in the New South Wales Parliament expressing serious concern about Bangladesh’s democratic backsliding, institutional weaknesses, and potential voter disenfranchisement among expatriates before the 2026 election.