Consensus Commission to submit recommendations on July Charter implementation tomorrow
The recommendations were formulated through consultations with political parties, legal experts, judges, academicians, and civil society leaders, says commission Vice Chairman Ali Riaz
The National Consensus Commission will formally submit its recommendations on the implementation of the July National Charter to the interim government tomorrow (28 October).
The handover ceremony will be held at the State Guest House Jamuna at 12pm in the presence of members of the Advisory Council.
The commission held its closing meeting today (27 October) at Jamuna, chaired by Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus. The commission Vice-Chairman Professor Ali Riaz, members Justice Md Emdadul Haque, Dr Iftekharuzzaman, Dr Badiul Alam Majumder, Dr Md Ayub Mia, and Special Assistant to the Chief Adviser Monir Haider.
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CA calls for preserving all records of National Consensus Commission
During the meeting, the chief adviser emphasised the importance of preserving all documents, videos, audios, and photos from the commission's discussions and deliberations, calling them "invaluable assets and living documents of history" that will form the basis of future political discussions.
He also expressed gratitude to political parties, officials, researchers, and media workers for their contributions to the commission's work.
Commission members urged the government to finalise the outline for implementing the July National Charter and to act on the recommendations of other reform commissions.
Highlighting the commission's achievements, Vice-Chairman Professor Ali Riaz said the recommendations were formulated through consultations with political parties, legal experts, judges, academicians, and civil society leaders.
"We have sought to lay the foundation for a permanent accountable state in Bangladesh. The commission has prioritised reforms to ensure the people see meaningful change in the future," he added.
Professor Riaz also noted that while the commission's term officially ends on 31 October, its members are willing to provide personal assistance to the government if needed.
The much-awaited "July National Charter 2025" was signed on 17 October amid the boycott of several political parties, including the National Citizen Party (NCP).
Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, members of National Consensus Commission and leaders of different political parties signed the charter at South Plaza of the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban in Dhaka.
