, April 28 -- Chief observer of the European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) Ivars Ijabs on Tuesday said the work of improving and refining electoral process remains an essential ongoing exercise in any country also here in Bangladesh.

"In this spirit, we offer our final report, and its 19 recommendations with the hope of contributing positively to future elections in Bangladesh," he told reporters at a briefing in a city hotel in the afternoon.

The chief observer said they are looking forward to discussing these recommendations with the national stakeholders, as it is essential to continue an inclusive dialogue in the next steps, to strengthen democracy, and uphold rule of law, and build public trust.

"These credible and c...