For matters of national priority, best to build consensus through broader consultations: Humayun Kabir

An interim government typically has limited time and capital. Therefore, it is crucial to focus on judicious and prudent allocation of this capital and time. 

It goes without saying that we are currently in a democratic transition, which involves building consensus among all political parties on major reforms in various key areas, and ultimately completing a sustainable political transition through an upcoming election. These are, by themselves, huge responsibilities.

Therefore, it is crucial to ensure that no other diversions shift our focus away from these priorities. So, beyond what the Army Chief has said, I believe we should be prudent in terms of using the time, energy, and capital we have at hand to basically steer Bangladesh towards a sustainable democracy.

Additionally, next year we are graduating from LDC status, which will bring a lot of economic challenges. We need to focus on how to prepare the nation to manage and handle them. 

I believe our attention should be primarily directed towards these matters at this moment.

The Rohingya issue is also critical. We should always focus on how to begin and accelerate the repatriation process. Introducing any other topic now might create a diversion. So, it is better to avoid them in the current circumstances.

Bangladesh is part of the international community. So, any government in Bangladesh, no matter how long they stay in power, has to conduct normal diplomatic activities with our neighboring nations as well as our partners all around the world. I believe the government needs to be engaged in such activities.

However, if a very significant initiative needs to be taken, I believe extensive consultation is necessary. And democratically elected governments possess the paraphernalia to conduct such consultations; so it's easier for them. 

An interim government will naturally face challenges in this regard. But again, to resolve challenges that arise during normal diplomatic activities, the interim government will certainly continue to work. 

Yet, for matters of national priority or importance, I believe it is best to build a national consensus through broader consultations.