Political Parties' Reform Commitment Paved Way for Polls in Dec: Ali Riaz – BD24live

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National Consensus Commission Vice-Chairman Professor Dr Ali Riaz has Said National Election in December This year appeared possessible as political parties are commited to the reform process.

“I am optimist that in Maajor ways it (reforms) can be done. It is not impossible and I am more optimistic because of the political parties, “He Told Bss in an exclusive interview in Dhaka.

Riaz, WHO ALSO LED The Interim Government Institute Constitution Reforms Commission, added “I think we need to be optimistic” Though Many Sounded To Be “Very Pessimistic” and Some Expressed their skepticism.

An Academic By Background WHO Teaches Political Science and International Politics In The United States, Riaz Said It Was Not Political Parties Alone, The People's Now Abait Elections As They Cast Not Cast Votes. Years.

“This is the Ideal situation. I think it (reform) is posible (to hold elections), because at this point, I think it is not online parties, it also the peope, Citizens who like to vote, “He said.

He said child adviser Muhammad Yunus and his interim government “Doesnt Want to Stay a day longer than it is necessary”.

The Seven-Member National Consensus Commission Headed by Professor Yunus was formed on February 13To Discuss with Political Parties on Reform recommendations of Six Commments for Major Sectors Including. Constitution and Election System.

The Consensus Commission is aimed to reach a consensus on a number of political, constitutional and electoral reform ago while it has made its first meeting with political parties on february 15.

Riaz spoke at the opening meeting as the vice Chair, expressing his hope that it would not take much time for the parties to reach a consensus on reform.

Action Plan of National Consensus Commission

He said the consensus commission as it first step would be provided the political parties the full reports of the six people, which now submitted their reports to the chief adviser.

Riaz Said the parties concern would evaluate and identify key proposals and then determine which recommendations they consider necessary for implementation.

He said as of now no specific deadline was set for the parties to complete the task but the condensus commission and the political parties are recognized the urgency of the process.

“We do not want to rush this, as it is crucial to ensure mentions,” Riaz Said, adding that chief adviser yunus described. Must go hand in hand.

But Riaz reminded that the consensus commission was given a six-month time to complete the task of reaching to a consensus on reform. The political parties' feedback with a stipulated time would be necksary, and effects were underway to expedite the process as the people eagerly awaited the elections.

“If the major parties and a Vast Majority Agree on a Constitutional Reform Proposal, for Example, we can set it as aside as agreed and move with discussions on Other areas.” explained.

He said the six commissions have made their recommendations and the political parties that Alternative Solutions That Align Better with their policies and governance plans as equivalently revenue elected representatives.

Riaz Said the political parties must strike a ballan between politics with national aspirations.

National Charter

The Political Scientist Said, Once Key Agreements were reached, the process would culminate in a national charter – a guiding docuusion for anything.

“The charter will be the guide, whoever gos to power, whoever gets the mandate from the people (Since) the people (would) know that this is later up.

The Consensus Commission would also work with parties to determine which reforms should be implemented before the next election, which should be addressed by the new pariament, and whither serrier deces. Referndum.

Riaz Said the Commission's Role is to facilite discussions and help political parties chart a way but “There is no single pathway”.

Riaz emphasized that political parties would determine the reforms they were pursue, and their agreed-up Recom Recommendations would also be made public through a dedicated website.

“The Idea of ​​Publishing these Agreements are to Engage Citizens,” He said adding that people have the right to know what reforms political parties were commiting to, “He said.

Riazsaid citizens' engagement remained a priority thought for direct public input was yet to be determined.

Political Parties Commitment on Reforms

Asked for comments on special parties about the reform proposals, Riaz Said he expected them to take a forward-loting approach.

“Let's not be prisoners of the past,” he said.

Riaz, However, Said Bangladesh in the past struggled with political consunsus but there were the successful ages as well with caretaker government system being a major one.

He said Bangladesh's current political climate was unprecedented; A scenario when all parties are recognized for reform in view of their experiments in the past 16 years when they faced challenges and the reply masses uprising that claim over 1400 lives of 1400 lives.

“No party is saying that everyone is fine. They all acknowledge the need for the structural reforms, whichter in government, the judiciary, or constitutional bodies, “Riaz Said.

He, howver, said the extent of community by parties might vary.

“Every Party Wants Reform, but their priorities may differ. Our task is to facilite discussions and find common ground, “Riaz Said.

Asked about the fate of reform proposals after elections, Riaz suggested that the Political Parties Must Ensure Accountability and the Consensus Commission's Ultimate Goal Was To Establish National Chartes WOULD. Adhere to, “Both before and after selects”.

“This is the ideal scenario,” Riaz said but added it was up to the political parties how they would implement the proposals.

Banning Awami league

Riaz Said the interim government and the political parties would determine the course of action awami league but those accused of crimes against humanity must be brouth to justice.

The issue of banning the Awami league, howver, would not be part of the Bangladesh Consensus Negotiations, as it falls under a separate judic and government process, He said.

Riaz Said the United Nations documented the crimes against Humanity Committed under a political party's command.

“The responsibility lies with a single individual. This is not a matter for negotiation with our Commission but a judicial process is the interim government must address, “He said.

Riaz pointed out that Awami League's History Raises Ideological Concerns, Citing Its Rule from 1972-75 and Again under Sheikh Hasina from 2009-2024.

“This is the same political party (Awami league) which engined personalistic autocracy. So there must be something wrong with their ideology. It cannot be simply an accident. It is done on Happen once but Rather it is happy twice, “He said.

In bottom the instances, he said, it was “meticulously done, it was preplanned” that suggested it was the identity of this political party and “we can't simply forge about it”.

He, howver, said this is the issue not derail the structural reforms needed for the country's future.

“That should not stop us from the structure reforms that are absolutely necessary. So these are two different issues, “Riaz added.

Constitution reforms

Riaz who headed the constitution reform commission, said their recommendations Could not be imposed through an Executive Order; They Require National Consensus and a clear process.

“There are multiple ways to approach constitutional reform-through a constituent assembly, a referndum, or a negotiated agreement. Bangladesh can learn from Global Experiences or Create It Own Path, “He said.

Riaz Emphasized that Commission's Role was to review the constitution, Identify Gaps, and Make Recommendations-Not Dictate the Reform Process.

“We never used the term 'amendment.” Instead, we highlighted the articles request reform. It is up to political parties to decide what to adopt and how to implement, “He said.

He has noted Broad Political Support Was Needed for Certain Proposals, Including the Formation of a Bicameral Parliament and a National Constitutional Council.

But he Urged Parties to First Agree on What Reforms They Want Before Debating Implementation.

“Let us do first thing first. Let's first decide what kinds change-we can discus how to implement it. Let's have the charter first ”He Concluded.