Dhaka, March 7 -- Urging all to stay alert in preventing women from neglect, abuse, or oppression, BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman on Friday said women empowerment must be a top priority for progress.

"Women's rights are a fundamental condition for global advancement in peace, security, human rights, and sustainable development," he said in a message marking International Women's Day.

Tarique stressed the importance of safeguarding women from neglect and repression, and ensuring they are not deprived of their fundamental rights.

He also expressed his best wishes for the success of this year's theme for International Women's Day: "For ALL women and girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment."

In the message on International Women's Day, t...