Dhaka, Oct. 17 -- Ali Riaz, the vice-president of the National Consensus Commission, has expressed hope that the July National Charter, formulated through political consensus, will be implemented swiftly.

He said, "We understand that reform will not be achieved overnight, nor can a document alone guarantee success. But we hope this Charter will be implemented."

Speaking on Friday afternoon at the South Plaza of the parliament before the July National Charter 2025 signing ceremony, he described the event as a "historic and unprecedented moment" in Bangladesh's journey towards reform.

"Since 1971, Bangladesh has struggled to uphold the ideals of equality, human dignity, and social justice for which millions sacrificed their lives. Despit...