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Bangladesh Signs UN Convention To Prevent Enforced Disappearances

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus signs a document after taking the oath of office as the head of Bangladesh's interim government, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024. (AP Photo/Rajib Dhar)

Bangladesh's interim government has taken a significant step towards addressing human rights violations by signing the instrument of accession to the International Convention for the Protection of All Persons from Enforced Disappearances. This move comes amid growing concerns over enforced disappearances in the country.

The signing ceremony was led by the current head of the government, who emphasized the historic significance of this decision. The government's advisory council applauded the move, highlighting its importance in upholding human rights and justice.

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