NEW YORK, 10 June 2026: Bangladesh has called for enhanced support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to strengthen climate resilience, facilitate access to international climate finance and ensure a smooth transition from Least Developed Country (LDC) status. Speaking at the Annual Session of the Executive Board of UNDP, UNFPA and UNOPS at United Nations Headquarters today, Bangladesh’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Ambassador Salahuddin Noman Chowdhury reaffirmed the country’s commitment to working closely with UNDP under its 2026–2029 Strategic Plan.

The Ambassador highlighted Bangladesh’s recent national elections and appreciated support through the BALLOT Project which helped voters participate in the democratic process. In view of Bangladesh’s vulnerability to climate change, he urged UNDP to expand technical assistance in accessing climate finance, including resources from the Green Climate Fund and the Global Environment Facility.