Foreign Minister Dr Dipu Moni has said that the multi-pronged initiatives of Bangladesh at countering extremism and radicalisation have been recognised as an international good practice.
She was speaking at the International Counter-Terrorism Focal Points Conference at Geneva organised by Counter-Terrorism Implementation Task Force Office (CTITF) of UN in partnership with the Government of Switzerland, according to a message reveived here on Friday.
The Foreign Minister called CTITF to explore the possibility of developing a regional mapping of possible terrorist threats in the South Asian region in consultation with the States concerned.
She mentioned that human rights dimension should be better integrated in the counter-terrorism discourse and human rights protection need not be perceived as an obstacle to effective counter-terrorism efforts but can rather be framed as an essential element of any sustainable counter-terrorism strategy.
In another discussion session on the linkage between development and security to fight terrorism, she illustrated the achievements made under the present government and argued that terrorism could be best combated by developing the social and economic plight of the people and mentioned the steps taken by the present Government in this regard.
Eralier, she held a bilateral meeting with Swiss Vice President and Foreign Minister Didier Burkhalter and discussed the recent political developments in Bangladesh and the region and the ways to further strengthen the existing bilateral relations.
She also met Jeffrey Feltman, Under-Secretary-General, Department of Political Affairs, and Chairman of CTITF, United Nations and discussed the ways to further broaden the role and engagement of UN to fight terrorism.
Dipu Moni also apprised the Under-Secretary-General of the preparation and actions of the government to ensure free and fair election.
The USG appreciated the efforts made by the government of Bangladesh and stated that many actions of the government could be considered as exemplary for other countries. He assured of continued support and engagement of UN in all endeavours of the government.
Source: UNB Connect
