Dhaka, July 20, (V7N) – Chief Advisor to the Interim Government, Dr. Muhammad Yunus, has stated that promotions should be granted to officers who are honest, ethical, professional, possess leadership qualities, and are above political ideology.

He made the remark while inaugurating the Army Chief Election Council 2025 on Sunday morning.

Dr. Yunus praised the Bangladesh Army for not only safeguarding the country’s independence and sovereignty but also contributing significantly to internal peace, stability, and disaster management. “I thank all members of the force, starting from the army chief, for their sacrifices in times of national need,” he said.

Upon arrival at the event venue, Dr. Yunus was welcomed by Army Chief General Waqar-uz-Zaman. Following the ceremony, he took part in a group photo session with senior army officers and signed the visitor's book, noting his appreciation for the military’s ongoing role in national development.

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