Dhaka, Aug. 18 -- Chief Justice Dr. Syed Rifat Ahmed has praised the Draft Commercial Court Ordinance 2025 aimed at reforming commercial dispute resolution, calling it an "outstanding beginning" and a "powerful statement of intent" to close the justice gap caused by delays.

Speaking as the chief guest at a seminar on the Draft Commercial Court Ordinance 2025, he emphasised the need for timely justice, stating, "Commercial justice must be right on time, not just right."

The seminar was hosted by the Supreme Court and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

The Draft Ordinance lays the foundation for a judiciary that is "efficient, expert, and trustworthy," said the Chief Justice.

"Collaboration among judges, lawyers, policymak...