Israel issue

Bangladesh doesn't need to recognise Israel to become developed. A recent survey showed that if all the wealthy people in Bangladesh give zakat properly, we would have an annual zakat of Tk 6,000 crore --an amount more than sufficient to alleviate poverty. There are 57 Muslim countries in the world today and if these countries cooperate with one another properly, within a few years Bangladesh can become developed in all aspects. Malaysia is an excellent example which became developed without recognising Israel, despite being less developed than Bangladesh even a few decades back.

Mr. Osman asked me to consider his arguments before deciding on my position. I thank him for his advice. Now, I would request him to consider his "HEREAFTER" before deciding on his position.