Originally promulgated as the Forest and Tree Conservation Ordinance, 2026 (Ordinance No. 08 of 2026), its enactment reflects the constitutional commitment under Article 18A and reinforces Bangladesh’s international obligations under the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)) and the IUCN Red List frameworks to rigorously defend our national forests, combat invasive species, and safeguard ecological balance for the future.
Law Updates / 16 May 2026
Parliament Passes the Forest and Tree Conservation Act, 2026
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