Govt mulls ICT-3 for quick trials of disappearances, other crimes: Asif Nazrul

International Crimes Tribunal-3 may be constituted to expedite
trials of enforced disappearances and other crimes, Law Adviser Asif Nazrul
said today.
He said
this while speaking to reporters after inspecting the renovation work of the
main building of tribunal-2 this morning.
Asif Nazrul said that the establishment of a third tribunal is
under consideration and could proceed once the tin-shed building adjacent to
the current tribunal premises is vacated.
"If
tribunal-3 is set up, it will significantly speed up the trials related to
disappearances and other international crimes. We are also prioritising the
prosecution of crimes against humanity," he said.
Emphasising
the government's commitment, Asif Nazrul added, "We are determined to
ensure justice for all kinds of crimes including murder, enforced
disappearances, and torture -- that occurred under the previous government. Our
judges, prosecution, and investigation teams are working with utmost
dedication."
Referring
to the July uprising, the adviser said, "More than 1,000 students and
civilians were killed, and thousands more were left permanently disabled. The
trial of this grave crime against humanity is not just essential, it is
inevitable. We have remained firm in our efforts from the beginning and are
satisfied with the current pace of the trial."
Earlier
around 8:30am, Asif Nazrul accompanied by Adilur Rahman Khan, adviser to the
Ministry of Housing, Public Works and Industries, jointly inspected the ongoing
renovation of the tribunal-2 building.
Attorney
General Md Asaduzzaman, Chief Prosecutor of ICT Tajul Islam, Prosecutor Gazi MH
Tamim and officials at various levels were also present at the time.
















