Dhaka, August 28 — An expert team from the United Kingdom is set to visit Bangladesh in September to offer training and support to members of the Bangladesh police force. This initiative was discussed during a meeting on Wednesday morning between the British High Commissioner in Dhaka, Sarah Cook, and Home Affairs Adviser Jahangir Alam Chowdhury at the Secretariat.

A press release from the Public Relations Department of the Ministry of Home Affairs outlined that the meeting covered several critical topics, including inter-state cooperation in counter-terrorism, combating illegal immigration, police reform assistance, flood rehabilitation, and Rohingya support.

During the discussion, Home Affairs Adviser Jahangir Alam Chowdhury emphasized the government's initiative to reform the police force with the objective of creating a more efficient, neutral, and people-friendly police service. "While the reform is in its early stages, we are committed to moving forward, and the UK’s support in training and ancillary services would be invaluable," he stated.

High Commissioner Sarah Cook confirmed that the UK is ready to assist Bangladesh in this endeavor. She announced the upcoming visit of a UK expert team in September, which would provide the necessary training and support to advance the police reform process.

Additionally, the Home Affairs Adviser briefed the British High Commissioner on the formation of a government commission to investigate the incidents of 'disappearances' attributed to law enforcement forces during the Awami League government. This commission, led by a retired judge of the High Court, will comprise five members and is expected to submit its report within the next 45 days.

Cook also expressed her hope for swift and impartial investigations into the incidents of violence and human rights violations that occurred during the anti-discrimination student protests in July and August. She emphasized the need for those involved to be held accountable. In response, Adviser Chowdhury informed