Bangladesh Awami League Chairperson and former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, in a New Year message for 2026, urged citizens to unite to "save the country from this journey into darkness." She spoke of conspiracies against Bangladesh, accusing unnamed forces of pushing the nation into crisis through corruption and self-interest. Hasina emphasized her vision for a country belonging to all people, regardless of background, and expressed confidence in national unity to overcome challenges and restore respect.