, March 12 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Thursday called for making the 13th National Parliament meaningful, effective and vibrant through debates and constructive discussions.

"This is the Parliament of the people of Bangladesh. independence and democracy-loving citizens of the country are looking to this Parliament with hope and expectation," he said in his brief address after the election of the new Speaker and the Deputy Speaker.

Congratulating the new Speaker and the Deputy Speaker, Tarique said the duo no longer belongs to any party and all elected members will be treated equally by them from now on. "You are the guardians of this Parliament."

"In the interest of the people, we want to make this Parliament meaningful. We sh...