UN Representatives Urged to Provide Training and Technical Support to War Crimes Tribunal
The Office of the Chief Prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) has requested the United Nations to provide training and technical support to prosecution and investigation agencies. The request was made on Sunday morning during a visit by UN representatives to the Chief Prosecutor’s office, as stated by Chief Prosecutor Tazul Islam.
UN Resident Coordinator in Dhaka, Gwyn Lewis, and Senior Human Rights Adviser of the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office, Huma Khan, held a meeting with the Chief Prosecutor. Following the meeting, Tazul Islam briefed the media.
Regarding the discussions, Tazul Islam stated, “The discussion was very cordial. The UN representatives inquired about the progress of trials and investigations conducted by the International Crimes Tribunal, the challenges faced, and whether any assistance was needed. They sought information on the measures being taken to ensure the transparency and impartiality of the trials. In response, we requested their support in providing training and technical assistance to the prosecution and investigation agencies.”
