NY, August 31 (V7N) – Bangladesh has formally joined the International Convention for the Protection of All Persons from Enforced Disappearance (ICPPED), with the Instrument of Accession submitted to the United Nations Secretary-General, who oversees all multilateral treaties.

On August 30, Ambassador Muhammad A. Muhith, the Permanent Representative of Bangladesh to the UN, delivered the accession document to David K. Nanopoulos, Chief of the Treaty Section, on behalf of the Secretary-General. The Convention will take effect for Bangladesh on September 29, 2024, which is thirty days after the deposit of the instrument.

Ambassador Muhith praised the interim government, led by Dr. Muhammad Yunus, for its commitment to human rights and fundamental freedoms. “The rapid completion of the accession process within 20 days of the government’s formation highlights our dedication to this vital human rights treaty,” he remarked.

David K. Nanopoulos congratulated Bangladesh on this landmark achievement and commended the country's commitment to the multilateral treaty system. He also announced that the UN would soon issue official notifications regarding Bangladesh’s accession to the Convention.

Ambassador Muhith pointed out the significance of the timing, noting that the deposit coincides with the International Day for Victims of Enforced Disappearance. “Today’s action symbolizes our solidarity with the numerous victims of enforced disappearances and their families,” he added.

With this accession, Bangladesh becomes the 76th party to the ICPPED, completing all necessary formalities, as confirmed by the Bangladesh Mission in New York.

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