Dhaka, March 10 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has expressed his firm pledge that the commitments the BNPmade to the people will not be reneged on under any circumstances.

However, he commented that the fulfilment of these pledges may take some time due to the Iran war. He called for patience in dealing with the situation and working to build the country.

He said he understood the people's expectations from the government. "This country is our first and last destination. The people of this country have high expectations from the current elected government... we understand that."

"But, at the same time, we need to consider the reality and the current events and situation in the Middle East. We will definitely not change our position f...