Dhaka: Australia has reiterated its commitment to strengthening Bangladesh’s agricultural productivity and climate resilience, with a focus on supporting sustainable agri-food systems in coastal areas vulnerable to climate change.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the assurance was made when Deputy High Commissioner of Australia to Bangladesh, Clinton Pobke, attended a workshop in Dhaka this week on advancing climate-resilient and sustainable agri-food systems, as noted in a press release issued by the Australian High Commission.
Speaking at the event, Pobke reaffirmed Australia’s continued partnership with Bangladesh in addressing environmental degradation and the impacts of climate change on agriculture.
The workshop highlighted the contributions of Australian-funded projects supported by the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR). In collaboration with the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), these initiatives are conducting research to integrate climate-resilient cropping systems and promote sustainable farming practices in salt-affected coastal regions of Bangladesh.
The projects aim to support local farmers in adapting to climate stress, improving yields, and ensuring long-term food security. The initiatives are part of Australia’s broader effort to strengthen Bangladesh’s agricultural sector while contributing to global climate action.