Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Minister Abdul Moyeen Khan has said Denmark’s cooperation will play an effective role in meeting Dhaka’s growing demand for safe water and addressing the city’s water crisis.
Denmark could be an important partner for Bangladesh in water supply, waste management, and development assistance, he also said.
He made the remarks during a meeting with Denmark’s Ambassador to Bangladesh, Christian Brix Moller, at his office in the Secretariat on Tuesday.
State Minister for Local Government Mir Shahe Alam was also present.
The meeting discussed strengthening bilateral relations between Bangladesh and Denmark, expanding cooperation in water supply and waste management, and exploring Denmark’s investment potential in development projects.
Danish Ambassador Moller congratulated the minister on his responsibilities and expressed hope for further strengthening bilateral ties and expanding areas of cooperation.
The minister said Denmark could play a significant role in key sectors such as water supply and waste management, particularly in investment opportunities for waste‑to‑energy projects.
Discussions also covered Denmark’s financing and cooperation in the third phase of the Saidabad Water Treatment Plant project. Denmark will provide Tk4,000 crore in funding, including Tk1,500 crore as grants and Tk3,000 crore as loans.
While briefing reporters after the meeting, State Minister Shahe Alam said Denmark’s support for the third phase of the Saidabad project is a major achievement for the government. Once implemented, the project will help meet Dhaka’s rising demand for safe water.
He added that Denmark’s financing will ease the government’s financial burden in executing the project.
Local Government Division Secretary Md Shahidul Hasan, Dhaka WASA Managing Director Md Aminul Islam, and senior ministry officials were also present.
