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WITNESSING BANGLADESH

Kanni Wignaraja’s visit to Bangladesh was more than just an observation; it was an immersion into a country that has transformed challenges into opportunities.

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Press Releases
Cultivating mental health resilience is essential in combating cyberbullying

Empowering women and building mental resilience against cyberbullying and online harms in Bangladesh. Join us in creating a safer digital world.

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UNDP and China to enhance the livelihood opportunities for urban poor

In a significant move to uplift the urban poor, UNDP Bangladesh, in collaboration with China's Ministry of Commerce, distributed 1,425 Automated Sewing Machines a...

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Low-Cost climate resilient housing in Chandpur, a step towards urban poverty reduction

In an effort to combat urban poverty and enhance the living standards of the Harijan community in Chandpur, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has in...

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News
Story of resilience, hope, and transformation against changing climate.

In Dacope, Khulna, a UNDP-supported water treatment plant stands as a beacon of hope. It not only provides 10,000 liters of clean water daily to over 2,500 locals...

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Collaborative Efforts Essential to Accelerate Sustainable Development Goals in Asia Pacific

UNDP and key partners from the private sector have gathered in Dhaka for a three-day discussion to advance efforts toward achieving the Sustainable Development Go...

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Nature-based solutions and Local-Led Adaptation are essential for Sustainable Development in the Sundarbans.

In a Regional Consultative Workshop held in Khulna, UNDP Bangladesh and key stakeholders emphasized the vital role of Nature-Based Solutions (NbS) and Locally-Led...

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UNDP and Partners Join Forces to Foster Sustainable and Resilient CMSMEs in Bangladesh

In a collaborative effort, UNDP and its partners recently convened a National Consultation Workshop in Dhaka, Bangladesh, focusing on 'Enhancing Resilient Livelih...

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LGD, EU, UNDP launch Activating Village Courts Phase III to ensure local justice

A transformative journey through the power of effective communication: this blog unpacks the valuable lessons and insights gathered from the UNDP Communications W...

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What We Do

UNDP partners with people at all levels of society to help build nations though sustainable, innovative, and community-based development projects. Since 1972, UNDP and its partners have helped Bangladesh make critical advances in the areas of governance, poverty reduction, climate change and disaster resilience. Communities are made stronger by our partnerships and assistance.

Bangladesh at a Glance

165.16

Population (in Millions)
(BBS-2022)

$6840

GNI per capita
(PPP $ -2021, WB)

0.898

Gender Dev. Index
(HDR - 2021)

0.661

Human Dev Index
(HDR - 2021)

10.66

Exports of goods and services:
(% of GDP)
(2021, WB)

25%

Individuals using the Internet.
(per 100 people)
(2020 WB)

0.530

Gender Inequality Index
(HDR - 2021)

0.104

Multidimensional Poverty Index
(HDR 2021)

Country Programme Document for Bangladesh (2022-2026)

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