Dhaka, Oct. 11 -- Swiss Ambassador to Bangladesh Reto Siegfried Renggli on Saturday emphasised the need for an inclusive and participatory reform process to ensure sustainable progress in the country.

He said Switzerland stands with Bangladesh in strengthening the social contract between the State and its citizens by supporting a credible and independent Human Rights Commission that protects rights, builds trust and promotes justice for all.

The government of Bangladesh took a significant step towards strengthening human rights protection by presenting the Draft National Human Rights Commission Ordinance 2025 at the sixth consultation with Human Rights Defenders, victims, civil society and minority community leaders held in Dhaka.

The ...