Dhaka, March 11 -- The United Kingdom (UK) has expressed its support for Bangladesh's efforts to ensure "free, fair, and inclusive" elections, British High Commissioner Sarah Cooke said on Monday.

Following a meeting with Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) AMM Nasir Uddin and his team in Dhaka, Cooke emphasized the UK's commitment to the reform process and consensus-building efforts aimed at strengthening democracy in Bangladesh.

"We had a very productive first meeting with the Chief Election Commissioner and his team," Cooke told reporters, underscoring the UK's willingness to assist in Bangladesh's democratic transition.

CEC Nasir Uddin stated that the British envoy and her delegation visited the Election Commission (EC) to discuss it...