DHAKA, Nov 3, 2024 (BSS)- Environment, Forest and Climate Change Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan today said Bangladesh’s partnership with the World Bank is essential for advancing national environmental priorities.

 "Together, we aim to strengthen the nation’s defenses against climate threats, protect biodiversity, and foster a sustainable environment for our people,” she said in a meeting with a World Bank delegation led by Practice Manager Christian Albert Peter at the Bangladesh Secretariat here today.

During the meeting, they focused on bolstering Bangladesh’s climate resilience, enhancing environmental safeguards, and exploring opportunities for sustainable development. 

Christian Albert Peter expressed the World Bank’s commitment to supporting initiatives that promote green growth, environmental protection, and community resilience amid climate change challenges. 

"Our shared vision with Bangladesh is to integrate environmental considerations into all development projects, ensuring long-term ecological health and socioeconomic well-being," he said.

The meeting concluded with an agreement to explore project areas and strategic interventions to address climate adaptation, sustainable development and biodiversity conservation.

Both sides expressed optimism about the positive impacts of these initiatives, reaffirming their dedication to environmental stewardship and sustainable growth in Bangladesh.

Secretary of the ministry and senior officials were present.