We need a human rights agenda for transition to democracy
The past 15 years have seen the most severe narrowing of civic space, heightened surveillance, intimidation, and reprisals that often led to self-censorship. Rather than accountability for these violations, officials responsible were often rewarded for their misconduct. As we move forward with several reform agendas that can be implemented within a short timeframe, it is essential to have a national conversation on what "governance anchored in human rights" should truly look like.
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What reforms does the media need in Bangladesh?
The media industry of Bangladesh will have to embark on a long struggle to regain the trust of the people.
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How to ensure justice for the atrocities committed in the past
Ensuring justice for these crimes will require bringing all responsible parties to account, from top political leaders to the enforcers on the ground.
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Is political violence transforming Awami League?
These latest developments add to the concerns over the increasing tendency towards intolerance and the preference for violent means to suppress any dissent.
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The paradox of whitening black money while fighting corruption
Has the government redefined corruption by excluding the concept of black money?
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Why this intimidating police statement aimed at the media?
The BPSA's warning to the media is concerning given the overall media environment in the country
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An IGP’s eye-watering corruption takes the lid off patronage politics
Many of Benazir Ahmed's public statements since assuming high office aligned more with the ruling party's political stance than with the neutral stance expected of a civil servant.
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Is the US resetting relations by applying anti-kleptocracy law?
The timing of the US sanction on Gen Aziz Ahmed raises many questions.
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October 10, 2024
We need a human rights agenda for transition to democracy
The past 15 years have seen the most severe narrowing of civic space, heightened surveillance, intimidation, and reprisals that often led to self-censorship. Rather than accountability for these violations, officials responsible were often rewarded for their misconduct. As we move forward with several reform agendas that can be implemented within a short timeframe, it is essential to have a national conversation on what "governance anchored in human rights" should truly look like.
September 9, 2024
What reforms does the media need in Bangladesh?
The media industry of Bangladesh will have to embark on a long struggle to regain the trust of the people.
August 17, 2024
How to ensure justice for the atrocities committed in the past
Ensuring justice for these crimes will require bringing all responsible parties to account, from top political leaders to the enforcers on the ground.
July 17, 2024
Is political violence transforming Awami League?
These latest developments add to the concerns over the increasing tendency towards intolerance and the preference for violent means to suppress any dissent.
July 6, 2024
The paradox of whitening black money while fighting corruption
Has the government redefined corruption by excluding the concept of black money?
June 23, 2024
Why this intimidating police statement aimed at the media?
The BPSA's warning to the media is concerning given the overall media environment in the country
May 28, 2024
An IGP’s eye-watering corruption takes the lid off patronage politics
Many of Benazir Ahmed's public statements since assuming high office aligned more with the ruling party's political stance than with the neutral stance expected of a civil servant.
May 24, 2024
Is the US resetting relations by applying anti-kleptocracy law?
The timing of the US sanction on Gen Aziz Ahmed raises many questions.
May 9, 2024
Why the hush-hush about MPs’ perks and privileges?
The accused in this case, against whom the opposition chief whip sought the speaker’s intervention, is none other than the populist lawyer Syed Sayedul Haque Suman.
April 28, 2024
Will anyone take responsibility for traffic deaths?
The Eid festivities in April marked a grim milestone with a record number of road traffic accidents and casualties.
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