Dhaka: The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has reaffirmed its partnership with Bangladesh on trade, development, and climate priorities following meetings between its Resident Representative and several government ministers on Monday.
According to United News of Bangladesh, the UNDP Resident Representative in Bangladesh, Stefan Liller, met with Commerce Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir to discuss enhancing cooperation on trade policy, export competitiveness, and development priorities. These discussions are part of Bangladesh's preparations for its graduation from Least Developed Country (LDC) status.
Liller also extended congratulations to Dipen Dewan on his appointment as Minister of Chittagong Hill Tracts Affairs. In their meeting, they discussed UNDP's long-standing presence in the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) and reaffirmed cooperation on inclusive development, climate adaptation, biodiversity conservation, and improved access to health and education.
Additionally, the UNDP official met with Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, the newly appointed Minister of Local Government, Rural Development, and Co-operatives. Their conversation focused on the ongoing collaboration between UNDP and the ministry in areas such as poverty reduction, urban resilience, climate adaptation, and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms.
Liller was joined in these discussions by UNDP management and technical teams.