New York, 03 February 2026: Bangladesh called for renewed global solidarity and people-centred policies to advance social development and social justice. Speaking at the sixty-fourth session of the Commission for Social Development (CSocD64) at the United Nations Headquarters in New York today, the Bangladesh Permanent Representative emphasized the need to build compassionate societies with equal opportunities for all. Bangladesh Permanent Representative also highlighted the governments holistic development approach with a strong focus on rural development, women’s empowerment, youth development, social protection, climate resilience and inclusive finance.

 Bangladesh also called for strengthened international support for debt relief, disaster response, and protection of persons subjected to displacement due to persecution.  The sixty-fourth session of the Commission for Social Development (CSocD64) is being held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York from 02-10 February 2026. Bangladesh is a member of the Commission for 2023-2027.