Former [Bangladesh] army officers have called for the establishment of a commission to reform military law and prevent political interference in the armed forces.
They argue that the military should be depoliticised, those dismissed for political reasons under the previous Awami League government should be reinstated, and financial support should be provided to those who have completed their service.
The news report continues:
The keynote address highlighted that the impartiality and professionalism of the armed forces have been repeatedly compromised to serve the interests of the ruling elite, as military law and regulations have been misused. It further noted that many talented officers were unfairly convicted in military courts and dismissed without pensions.
Global Military Justice Reform will be following this emerging story.
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