National Charter aims to safeguard citizens' rights: Ali Riaz
He stated that a democratic society or state cannot be built, nor can human dignity be ensured, without guaranteeing the rights of the people
National Consensus Commission Vice Chairman Professor Ali Riaz has said that the national charter being developed through inclusive discussions will be capable of safeguarding all rights of citizens.
He stated that a democratic society or state cannot be built, nor can human dignity be ensured, without guaranteeing the rights of the people.
"Only a democratic state can ensure the rights of citizens, establish the rule of law, and deliver justice to people's doorsteps through an independent judiciary," he said.
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Professor Riaz made the remarks today (10 May) at the start of a meeting between the National Consensus Commission and the United People's Democratic Front (UPDF) held at the LD Hall of the Parliament Building in Dhaka, according to a press release.
He noted that, for the first time, there is an opportunity for all to work together in shaping the state. Referring to the reform proposals already submitted to political parties and made public, he said their purpose is to define a clear and consensual path forward.
"This historic moment has come at the cost of many lives. It is vital for everyone to participate actively to make this effort a success. The expectation is that all political parties will embrace this spirit and move forward together," he added.
Members of the commission present at the event included Badiul Alam Majumdar, Safar Raj Hossain, Iftekharuzzaman, and Monir Haider, special assistant to the chief adviser.
The United People's Democratic Front was represented by a four-member delegation led by Dhaka region organiser Michael Chakma. Other members of the delegation included UPDF activist Sunayan Chakma, Ganotantrik Jubo Forum President Jiko Tripura, and Pahari Chattra Parishad President Amal Tripura.
The National Consensus Commission, headed by Interim Government Chief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus, was formed to build national consensus on reforms. The commission officially began its work on February 15.
So far, 28 political parties, including the UPDF, have joined discussions with the National Consensus Commission.
