UNDP Bangladesh Factsheet

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UNDP Bangladesh

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

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Artivism for peace, youth voices through art

In response to recent social unrest in Bangladesh, young people have turned to art to promote peace and unity. The "Artivism for Peace" initiative, supported by…

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Fostering peace and tolerance through community policing

In Ukhiya, Cox’s Bazar, where diverse religious communities coexist, a potential communal conflict was averted during the overlapping celebrations of Eid-E…

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From Survivor to Role Model: Deepali’s Journey to Empowerment

Deepali Rani Mandal, a survivor of gender-based violence in Bangladesh, overcame her struggles to achieve financial independence. After working with UNDP’s…

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UNDP and DIU launch one-minute video campaign to drive SDG awareness

UNDP Bangladesh and Daffodil International University have launched the "One-minute Video Campaign," inviting students to create short videos promoting…

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UNDP launches scholarship programme to upskill medical students with globally certified courses

UNDP Bangladesh, in collaboration with the Bangladesh Medical Students’ Society (BMSS), has launched the ‘Scholarship for Medical Students’ initiative under the…

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Nahid seeks UNDP support for reaching ICT benefits at marginal level

UNDP Resident Representative Stefan Liller met with Adviser Md Nahid Islam to discuss expanding ICT access to marginalized communities in Bangladesh. Nahid…

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Fouzul seeks UNDP’s cooperation for energy sector development

Power, Energy, and Mineral Resources Adviser Muhammad Fouzul Kabir Khan met with UNDP’s Resident Representative Stefan Liller and his delegation to discuss…

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From Adversity to Empowerment, the Inspiring Journey of Sheuli Khatun

Sheuli Khatun, a single mother from Satkhira, transformed her life with support from the SWAPNO project. After receiving training in sewing, she expanded her…

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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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