Dhaka, June 29 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has said that there is no alternative to "turning things around" and rebuilding the country.

He made the remarks during a discussion on the proposed budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year in parliament on Monday, calling for all lawmakers to work together.

The prime minister said, "The government is moving forward with all its power to fulfil the hopes and aspirations of the people. However, this is a very difficult path.

"We, the people of Bangladesh, are all people who have come from the villages and are people who live and work alongside other people. The people of Bangladesh are hardworking. We have seen this with our own eyes. Our youth are talented. Our farmers are productive. Our expat...