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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
Call for Stronger Independent Institutions to Protect Human Rights, Democracy, and Justice in Bangladesh

At the Bengal Delta Conference 2026, speakers called for stronger and more independent institutions to protect human rights, ensure accountability and strengthen…

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Press Releases
Young Human Rights Fellows Graduate to Protect Rights and Advance SDG 16 in Bangladesh

Forty young Human Rights Fellows graduated after leading 241 orientation sessions and reaching 4,129 young people across Bangladesh. Supported by Switzerland and…

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Press Releases
Stephen Rodriques Arrives as UNDP’s New Resident Representative in Bangladesh

Stephen Rodriques has joined UNDP Bangladesh as its new Resident Representative, succeeding Stefan Liller. With over three decades of experience in international…

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Stories
Small Savings, Stronger Futures for Women Like Adhuri

Through the SWAPNO project, Adhuri Begum transformed her life from irregular wage labour to entrepreneurship. Supported by stable income and the Mushti Chal…

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Press Releases
Norway Extends Support to UN’s BALLOT Project to Strengthen Inclusive Local Government Elections in Bangladesh

Norway and UNDP signed an agreement extending Norway's support for Bangladesh's BALLOT project with an additional NOK 2 million contribution through May 2027…

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Press Releases
Towards a Microinsurance Framework to Protect Vulnerable Communities from Climate and Economic Shocks

UNDP and IDRA launched the development of Bangladesh’s national microinsurance regulatory framework through an inception workshop in Dhaka. Regulators, insurers,…

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Press Releases
Empowering Youth to Champion Torture Prevention and Human Rights

A youth-focused dialogue in Dhaka highlighted young people’s role in preventing torture, protecting human dignity, and strengthening accountability. Organized by…

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Press Releases
National Action Plan to Accelerate Youth Entrepreneurship Launched in Dhaka

The Government of Bangladesh, with support from UNDP and Plan International Bangladesh, launched the National Action Plan to operationalise the Youth…

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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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