DHAKA, June 5, 2024 (BSS) – Foreign Minister Dr Hasan Mahmud today lauded UNICEF’s support to Bangladesh towards achieving the child and maternal health related SDG targets.
 
He made the remark while the outgoing UNICEF Country Representative Sheldon Yett called on him at foreign ministry here.
 
During the meeting, the foreign minister reiterated interest in working together with relevant international partners, including UNICEF, in advancing child rights and protection in the country.
 
He also reaffirmed the Bangladesh government’s commitment to achieve Universal Health Coverage by 2030, with focus on both healthcare and nutrition.

The UNICEF Representative briefed the Foreign Minister about the agency’s work in support of the UN’s Joint Rohingya Response Plan.
 
He also thanked the foreign minister for his invitation to the UNICEF Executive Director to visit Bangladesh at a mutually convenient time this year.