The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Bangladesh in trade, development and climate priorities, following a series of high-level meetings with government officials on Monday.
UNDP Resident Representative in Bangladesh, Stefan Liller, met Commerce Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir to discuss ways to strengthen cooperation on trade policy, export competitiveness and development initiatives, particularly as Bangladesh prepares for graduation from Least Developed Country (LDC) status.
Liller also extended congratulations to Dipen Dewan on his appointment as Minister of Chittagong Hill Tracts Affairs. During their discussions, both sides highlighted UNDP’s ongoing presence in the Chittagong Hill Tracts and reaffirmed collaboration on inclusive development, climate adaptation, biodiversity conservation, and improved access to health and education.
The UNDP representative further met Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir following his assumption of office as Minister of Local Government, Rural Development and Co-operatives. Their talks focused on the long-standing partnership between UNDP and the ministry in poverty reduction, urban resilience, climate adaptation and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms.
UNDP management and technical teams accompanied Liller in both meetings, underscoring the organisation’s continued commitment to supporting Bangladesh’s development and climate goals.
