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UNDP in Bangladesh since 1972. A leading development agency, promoting equity, tolerance, and inclusivity for sustainable outcomes.

Justice in the Tea Gardens: Hoping for a better future
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Artivism For Peace

Community Storytelling: New Way of Advocacy in the Coastal Area
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From Climate Vulnerability to Resilience

Press Releases
UNDP and DU Launch International Certification in Inclusive Insurance

UNDP Bangladesh and the University of Dhaka jointly launched the International Certification in Inclusive Insurance to strengthen Bangladesh’s insurance…

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Press Releases
UNDP Welcomes Bangladesh’s Renewed Support to Core Resources to Advance Sustainable Development

Bangladesh has reaffirmed its commitment to multilateral cooperation by contributing flexible core resources to the United Nations Development Programme. The…

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Press Releases
Infectious Waste Treatment Plant Launched to Strengthen Hospital Safety in Rangamati

A new infectious waste treatment plant in Rangamati aims to improve hospital safety and public health in the Chittagong Hill Tracts through modern systems,…

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Press Releases
National Legal Aid Day inaugurated to advance access to justice in Bangladesh

National Legal Aid Day 2026 was inaugurated in Dhaka to expand access to justice, particularly for poor and marginalized communities. Organized by the…

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Press Releases
UNDP, UNCTAD & BIDA Launch Investment Policy Review Report to Advance Investment Reform

UNDP, UNCTAD and BIDA launched the 2026 Investment Policy Review Implementation Report for Bangladesh, highlighting progress in investment facilitation and…

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Stories
UNDP Bangladesh Reinforces its Commitment to Ethics to Build Trust Through Integrity

UNDP Bangladesh organized ethics sessions in April 2026 to strengthen integrity, accountability and a culture of speaking up across the country office.

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Press Releases
Attorney General’s Office and UNDP Launch Second Batch of AGO Internship Programme

Bangladesh’s Attorney General’s Office, with UNDP and Sweden’s support, launched the second batch of its internship programme, giving law graduates hands‑on…

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Press Releases
Bangladesh Public Service Commission Unveils One-Year Reform Report

The Bangladesh Public Service Commission (BPSC) launched its reform report, From Gridlock to Governance Renewal, showcasing major achievements in civil service…

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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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