BNP leader Abdul Moin Khan has said that the only way to restore democracy in Bangladesh is through a free and fair national election held without delay. “We fought against Pakistan for democracy,” he stated, adding that democracy was later derailed when a one-party BAKSAL system was imposed, ignoring the people's will. “That authoritarian regime ultimately collapsed in 2024 following mass student and public protests,” he noted. Emphasizing BNP’s commitment to inclusive politics, he said, “We do not believe in the politics of vengeance. BNP wants to build the country alongside all pro-democracy citizens. We support freedom of speech and a free media for everyone in Bangladesh.” He also recalled that former President Ziaur Rahman often took rural artists along during foreign trips, and that Zia aimed to rebuild Bangladesh based on nationalism.