Dhaka:Food Minister Afroza Khanum today urged the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) to work collaboratively with Bangladesh to ensure nutritional security, particularly for marginalized populations, including women and children who are at risk due to climate change. The call was made during a courtesy meeting with FAO Representative in Bangladesh Shiakaun Shi and Assistant Representative (Program) Imran Nabi Khan at the Food Minister's office at the Secretariat this noon.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the meeting focused on various aspects of mutual cooperation aimed at bolstering Bangladesh's food security, enhancing nutritional security for women and children, and addressing the impacts of climate change. Afroza Khanum emphasized the importance of strengthening Bangladesh's food security system through FAO's technical and technological assistance, research, and experience exchange.
During the meeting, the FAO delegation briefed the Food Minister on the organization's ongoing activities in Bangladesh. The Food Minister sought detailed information on FAO's potential cooperation, specifically in terms of technical assistance and technological knowledge exchange, to ensure the country's food and nutritional security.
The Food Minister highlighted the challenges faced by vulnerable populations, particularly women and children, in terms of food security due to climate change. She inquired about FAO's current programs in Bangladesh aimed at protecting these populations' nutrition and food security and the organization's future initiatives in this regard. The Minister stressed the need for special programs focused on women and children.
Shiakaun Shi expressed FAO's interest in working closely with Bangladesh to ensure food security and provide safe and nutritious food for its people. He showed a willingness to continue assisting Bangladesh through the organization's expertise, technical knowledge, and ongoing activities.