, July 13 -- French Ambassador to Bangladesh Marie Masdupuy on Sunday said democracy is about 'liberty, equality, fraternity and inclusivity' and noted that the country is now heading towards truly 'democratic elections' under the 'wise and remarkable' leadership of Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus.

"The road is paved with many obstacles but courage and determination will no doubt allow removing them," she said while speaking at a reception marking France's National Day.

Food Adviser Ali Imam Majumder attended the reception as the chief guest.

The Ambassador said freedom of expression, freedom of assembly and press freedom are also cornerstones on that tortuous path and they must go along with fair justice of course.

"Between 1789 an...