British High Commissioner Sarah Cook paid a courtesy call on Chief Justice Dr. Syed Refaat Ahmed, congratulating him on completing one year in office. During the meeting, she praised the Chief Justice’s initiatives to strengthen judicial independence, highlighting reforms such as the judicial roadmap, 12-point directives, introduction of capacity tests for legal aid, establishment of the Supreme Judicial Appointments Council, launch of the Supreme Court helpline, and development programs for subordinate courts. She described these measures as timely and effective, expressing confidence that his strong leadership would ensure good governance and justice. The High Commissioner also reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to support Bangladesh.