Dhaka, May 24 -- Chief Justice Syed Refaat Ahmed has said their judicial reform roadmap initiated the transformation of the judiciary as a foundational pillar for other reform efforts.

"The profound dialogue and reflection on how inclusive dialogue and transitional justice mechanisms can strengthen national unity and democracy will help us in designing reform processes in Bangladesh," he said.

Two high-level delegations from Bangladesh, led by Chief Justice Syed Refaat Ahmed and Law Adviser Dr Asif Nazrul, completed a learning programme in South Africa (May 17-24 May), focused on justice, reconciliation and healing.

The exchange, co-facilitated by UNDP and the Commonwealth Secretariat, explored South Africa's post-apartheid experience ...