Gwen Lewis, the United Nations (UN) Resident Coordinator in Bangladesh, has pledged full support to the interim government for reforms across multiple sectors following the recent student-led mass movement. On Sunday, September 22, Lewis gave this assurance during a meeting with Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus.

During the discussion, Lewis emphasized that the United Nations is ready to assist Bangladesh in reforming its police force and election system, as well as in flood rehabilitation efforts. She also expressed support for broader institutional reforms being undertaken by the interim government. Topics such as reforms, corruption, the Rohingya crisis, and the violence that occurred in July and August were brought up in the meeting.

Lewis praised the reform efforts led by the interim government, acknowledging Yunus’s “exceptional leadership” during this transformative period.

The Chief Adviser reflected on the revolution and its aftermath, calling it the “most unifying moment” for the nation. He emphasized that his government’s primary mission is to “set an example” for others, highlighting the unprecedented opportunity to revitalize the economy and improve key institutions across the country.

Yunus also underscored the government’s commitment to creating an integrated national IT system aimed at reducing bureaucratic red tape and combating corruption. Additionally, the government has established a commission to implement significant reforms in the electoral process, ensuring future elections are transparent and fair.