Dhaka, Feb. 23 -- Tajul Islam has described his removal as chief prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) as a "normal phenomenon", saying it is natural for an elected government to appoint people of its choice to key state positions.

Speaking to reporters at the tribunal premises on Monday, the Supreme Court lawyer welcomed his successor and said there was nothing unusual about the decision.

"Whenever an elected government comes to power, it naturally replaces people with those of its choice. I don't find that abnormal. It's a very normal process," he said.

Tajul, who served as chief prosecutor for about a year and a half, said his feelings were "bittersweet".

"My first reaction is to welcome the new chief prosecutor. I ...