The government will not take any decision that goes against the national interest in managing the country’s ports, Shipping Adviser Brigadier General (retd) Dr M Sakhawat Hossain said on Monday. Referring to the ongoing situation at Chittagong Port, the adviser said those involved in creating the situation are being investigated. “Due to the current situation, port activities have been disrupted, and the Chittagong Port Authority is working to resolve the issue,” he said. Calling on all concerned to keep the port operational in the greater national interest, he said the people of the country are suffering because of the disruptions. He reiterated that the current government would not implement any decision that goes against the country’s interests and described the situation as undesirable.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 02, 2026 15:27 UTC