Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman has said that if his party comes to power, it will ensure the representation of expatriates in the national parliament.

Currently visiting the US, Shafiqur made the remarks while delivering the keynote speech at a civic reception in New York on Friday local time.

He recalled how many expatriates withheld remittances during the July uprising as a protest against the fallen Sheikh Hasina-led government. "Your decision not to send remittances shook the ground beneath the oppressor's feet."

He also outlined his party's priorities in various sectors, including education, economy, employment, judicial system, and international relations, if elected to power. He emphasised that both dignity and security of women would be ensured.

The Jamaat chief urged expatriates to exercise their right to vote. "Do not forget to cast your vote -- vote for whoever you like, whichever party or candidate you prefer. What matters is that you vote."