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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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From Climate Vulnerability to Resilience

Press Releases
Government and UNDP Strengthen Climate Finance Systems in Bangladesh

The Government of Bangladesh and UNDP have launched the second phase of Inclusive Budgeting and Financing for Climate Resilience (IBFCR II) to strengthen climate…

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Press Releases
Young Innovators Reimagine the Future of Digital Legal Aid in Bangladesh

Young innovators from across Bangladesh came together at the Legal-Tech Hackathon 2026 to develop practical digital solutions for improving access to legal aid…

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Stories
How Women Across Rural and Urban Bangladesh are Building Opportunities through Digital Centres

Across rural and urban Bangladesh, women entrepreneurs are turning Digital Centres into gateways to opportunity. Reshma Khatun and Rahela Rinku show how digital…

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Press Releases
Attorney General Commits to Upholding Integrity and Rule of Law in Prosecutorial Practice

The Attorney General’s Office of Bangladesh, UNDP and UNODC convened a two-day training in Dhaka to strengthen prosecutorial ethics and professional practice…

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Stories
When a First Vote Becomes a Voice For Democracy

A first vote became a powerful expression of voice and participation for millions of Bangladeshis during the 13th National Parliamentary Election. Through the…

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News
Circular Economy for Bangladesh’s Economic Future

A national dialogue convened by UNDP brought together government, private sector, academia and development partners to explore how circular economy approaches…

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Press Releases
National Urban Forum Calls for Action to Build Inclusive, Climate-Resilient Cities

The National Urban Forum 2026 brings together government, development partners and urban stakeholders to advance implementation of the National Urban Policy 2025…

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News
First ever Trade Intelligence Platform for Bangladesh Launched Supported by UNDP

Bangladesh has launched its first customised Trade Intelligence and Negotiation Adviser (TINA) Portal with support from UNDP, UNESCAP and the Ministry of…

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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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