Dhaka: Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Adviser Prof Dr Asif Nazrul today emphasized that the Commonwealth Charter serves not merely as a declaration but as a moral compass for Bangladesh’s commitments beyond its borders. He highlighted this perspective during the closing ceremony of the Commonwealth Charter Workshop 2025 held at a city hotel.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Asif Nazrul pointed out that the values enshrined in the Commonwealth Charter are deeply embedded in the government’s ongoing reform initiatives. He noted that the government has embarked on bold reforms aligned with the Charter’s principles. One significant amendment is to ‘The Code of Civil Procedure,’ aimed at expediting justice and making it more accessible to the public.
Asif Nazrul further elaborated on the government’s plans to advance the digitalization of the judicial system, a move intended to enhance transparency and efficiency. He acknowledged that while the work is ongoing, substantial progress has been made in the past six months, with more efforts planned for the coming months. These include addressing laws related to gender-based violence, justice, and digital registration.
The adviser also discussed plans to reform the appointment process for judges in the higher judiciary. The goal is to ensure transparency and competence in these appointments through the Judicial Service Commission.
Regarding the Cyber Security Ordinance, Asif Nazrul mentioned that amendments have been made to protect freedom of expression. He acknowledged that the Cyber Security Act has been one of the most debated and criticized laws in Bangladesh.