, Feb. 21 -- Shipping Minister Shaikh Rabiul Alam on Saturday said radical changes will be brought to the management of Mongla Port within the next 180 days.

He made the remarks while talking to reporters after visiting the port in the afternoon.

The minister said, considering the port's importance to the national economy and foreign trade, existing problems will be identified and discussed with the Prime Minister.

"As per the Prime Minister's instructions, steps will be taken to develop the port, which will have a positive impact on employment in the region, communication and the overall economy," he said.

He said the government plans to centre import and export activities around Mongla Port by utilising the vast potential of the sou...