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

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Women: The harbinger of resilience in Coastal Area
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ARTIVISM FOR PEACE

LEAVE NO ONE BEHIND

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CARBON TEARS

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Press Releases
Fathers' role in parenting key to advancing gender equality and child development, say experts

The Embassy of Sweden, in collaboration with UNDP, UNFPA, and UN Women, hosted a panel discussion marking the conclusion of the Bangladeshi & Swedish Baba photo…

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Press Releases
UNDP and Japan Partner to Improve Waste Management in Cox’s Bazar with the Contribution of $1.5 Million

The Government of Japan and UNDP Bangladesh have signed a $1.5 million agreement to launch the Sustainable Solid Waste Management project in Cox’s Bazar. This…

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Stories
Women breaking barriers in the fight against climate change

This year, on International Women’s Day, we are paying tribute to our female staff, who are working in unconventional fields.

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Stories
Shapna’s Journey of Hope and Change for the Munda Community

The GCA project provided Shapna with the opportunity to transform her community’s resilience against climate change. As a Ward Facilitator, she worked tirelessly…

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News
Scaling Up Nature-Based Crab Hatcheries in Khulna

UNDP Bangladesh hosted a workshop in Khulna on 18 February 2025, bringing stakeholders together to discuss sustainable mud crab hatchery, policy advocacy, and…

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Press Releases
UNDP and Canada will work together to Restore Biodiversity and Build Community Resilience in the Chittagong Hill Tracts

UNDP and Global Affairs Canada have launched the Biodiversity Ecosystems Restoration for Community Resilience (BERCR) initiative in the Chittagong Hill Tracts…

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Stories
From Hardship to Hope Changing Lives and Protecting the Environment

A partnership between Walton, UNDP, and DoE is creating green jobs and transforming lives in Bangladesh. Through the HPMP Stage-II initiative, eco-friendly…

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Press Releases
Mountaineer Ikramul Hasan Shakil Begins ‘Sea to Summit’ Expedition from Cox’s Bazar to Everest Peak

UNDP Youth Advocate and mountaineer Ikramul Hasan Shakil has launched his ‘Sea to Summit’ expedition from Inani Beach, Cox’s Bazar, to Mount Everest to raise…

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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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