Dhaka:President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has urged Winrock International to broaden its development activities in Bangladesh, focusing on agricultural advancement, safe migration, human trafficking prevention, and climate resilience.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the President made these remarks during a courtesy call at Bangabhaban by Winrock International President and CEO Maqsoda Maqsodi. The President also encouraged the organization to ensure access to healthcare services, agricultural marketing, and quality education for marginalized rural communities.
During the meeting, President Alamgir highlighted the significance of public-private partnerships in achieving development goals in education, agriculture, climate resilience, and migrant worker protection. He commended the ongoing activities of Winrock International in priority sectors such as education and agriculture.
Ms. Maqsodi briefed the President on Winrock International's current initiatives and future plans in Bangladesh. The organization has been active in the country since the 1980s, working on agricultural development, livelihood improvement, climate resilience, and human trafficking prevention.
The meeting was attended by the Secretary of the President's Office, the President's Press Secretary, and senior officials.