Human rights activists and legal experts have also welcomed the initiative, emphasising the need for independent oversight to uphold justice and prevent abuse of power.
The 2013 amendment to the Anti-Corruption Commission Act, requiring government approval to investigate politicians or bureaucrats, has been particularly criticized for stifling the ACC’s independence.
For Bangladesh, the world’s second-largest producer of jackfruit, the fruit was a natural choice. Jackfruit is also the country’s national fruit and symbolizes abundance. Yet much of the potential of this fruit remained untapped.
The enduring climate of fear reflects a broader struggle for press freedom in a country where the media has long been a battleground for political power. For now, Bangladeshi journalists face a minefield of challenges as they navigate this turbulent transition.
This significant reduction has sparked concerns among stakeholders, as Islamic banks have traditionally played a vital role in addressing social challenges through initiatives funded by Shariah-compliant sources such as Zakat
The virtual session, attended by EPFO officers and officials from across the country, underscored the need to infuse governance with empathy, moral accountability, and human connection.
Papageorgiou's comments come in the wake of political shifts that have disrupted previous reform strategies. The new administration under President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has halted privatization efforts initiated by the previous government, led by Ranil Wickremesinghe.
The virtual session, attended by EPFO officers and officials from across the country, underscored the need to infuse governance with empathy, moral accountability, and human connection.