TIB Raises Concern Over Fundamental Amendments to NHRC Ordinance
Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) has alleged that the recently introduced fundamental changes to the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Ordinance 2025 have effectively placed the formation of the commission under direct bureaucratic control, severely undermining its independence from government influence.
TIB reports 1,073 journalists subjected to repression in a single year
At least 1,073 journalists across Bangladesh experienced various forms of repression in 476 incidents between August 5, 2024, and November 1, 2025.
Military dominance is the reason indigenous peoples’ rights are not being protected: Iftekharuzzaman
Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) Executive Director Dr. Iftekharuzzaman has blamed long-standing military rule and structural discrimination for the violation of human rights of indigenous communities in Bangladesh.
TIB urges amendment to draft NHRC Ordinance 2025
Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) has urged the government to urgently revise the draft National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Ordinance 2025, recently approved by the Advisory Council, warning that several provisions could create a discriminatory structure and weaken the commission’s independence and functional capacity.
Advisors gave no response as women’s commission faced attacks: TIB
Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) Executive Director Ifthekharuzzaman has said he repeatedly appealed to members of the interim government for action as hostility intensified around the Women’s Affairs Reform Commission, but no effective response was provided.
Peace in the Hill Region Depends on the Bangladesh Army
the key to establishing peace in indigenous or hill regions, in his view, lies in the hands of the army. The hill areas are under the authority of the Bangladesh Army. It is they (the army) who can establish peace.
TIB Questions Whether State Reform Is Just Hollow Talk from the Government
Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) has expressed deep disappointment and resentment over the final approval of the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) Ordinance while excluding important strategic recommendations such as the formation of a “Selection and Review Committee.” The organization has also raised the question of whether state reform is nothing but empty rhetoric for the government.
TIB urges major revisions to draft Police Commission Ordinance to ensure independence, transparency
Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) has called on the government to thoroughly revise the draft Police Commission Ordinance, 2025, warning that several provisions in its current form could jeopardize the independence and effectiveness of the proposed Independent Police Commission.
TIB Criticizes Govt for Holding Accused Army Officers in Cantonment Custody
Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) raises concern over the government’s decision to keep military officers accused of crimes against humanity in cantonment custody, citing constitutional violations and legal inequality.
One Year On, Corruption Still Pervades State Institutions
Despite the passage of one year under the interim administration led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, people across Bangladesh continue to face persistent corruption while accessing public services. From land registration offices to the Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA), from water supply agencies to the judiciary, service seekers allege that bribes, speed money, and harassment remain routine.