Dhaka, May 3 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has told district administrators that his government will make no compromise with corruption, while urging them to play an active role in delivering the promises made to the people.

Speaking at the opening of the four-day Deputy Commissioners' Conference at Osmani Memorial Auditorium on Sunday, Tarique said good governance was the cornerstone of his administration.

"We are striving to make good governance the foundation of state administration. Good governance requires efficient management, capable leadership and, of course, accountability," he said.

"The government's position against corruption is clear. We do not want to compromise with corruption."

The conference, which began at 10:30am...