Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus has delivered a special message marking the upcoming signing ceremony of the July National Charter 2025. The message was published on his verified Facebook page on Thursday, October 16.
In the message, Dr. Yunus urged:
“We call on all national television and online media outlets to broadcast the July National Charter signing ceremony live.”
Addressing the nation, he added:
“To every citizen—wherever you may be, at home or on the streets, in shops, factories, fields, or sports grounds—be a part of this historic moment. Despite our political, religious, or ethnic differences, we are one united nation.”
He continued:
“This is a time for us to come together—to celebrate unity, to feel the power of solidarity, and to draw new inspiration from this day of pride and hope.”
The signing ceremony is scheduled for Friday, October 17, in the South Plaza of the National Parliament. Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus, Vice-Chair and members of the National Consensus Commission, and two representatives from each political party will officially sign the charter.
Background on the July National Charter Process:
Following the assumption of power by the interim government in August last year, initiatives were launched to reform key state institutions. Six reform commissions were formed focusing on the Constitution, Electoral System, Public Administration, Anti-Corruption Commission, Police, and Judiciary.
The National Consensus Commission then held extensive consultations with political parties, based on the reform proposals submitted by these commissions. Discussions took place in two phases: the first involving 33 parties, and the second with 30 parties. Between February and July, consensus was reached on 84 reform proposals.
On August 16, the first draft of the July National Charter was shared with political parties. After identifying some errors, a corrected version was sent, and the deadline for submitting feedback was extended to August 22. Further consultations were held with both political parties and independent experts.
After incorporating all feedback, the final version of the charter was completed and officially delivered to political parties on Tuesday, October 14.
The signing of the July National Charter is seen as a major step toward inclusive political reform and national unity.
