, Oct. 6 -- Alice Mogwe, President of the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), met with Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Monday at the Guest House Jamuna on Monday

The two leaders held a wide-ranging discussion on the human rights situation in Bangladesh and across the globe.

Professor Yunus thanked Mogwe for her visit and emphasised the importance of increased international engagement during this pivotal period for the country.

"I have met many international human rights defenders on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly last month. I urged them all to come to Bangladesh as the country approaches a critical time," he said.

"Every visit helps surface neglected issues and compels us to take notice," Professor Y...