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

WITNESSING BANGLADESH
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ARTIVISM FOR PEACE

LEAVE NO ONE BEHIND

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CARBON TEARS

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Press Releases
Government & UNDP join hands to launch local adaptation initiatives in five agro-ecological zones.

The Government of Bangladesh and UNDP, with support from the Global Environment Facility (GEF), have launched a new project to strengthen climate resilience…

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Press Releases
Rapid decarbonization is crucial to accelerate climate action

UNDP Bangladesh and the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change hosted a National Consultation Workshop on October 29, 2024, in Dhaka, focusing on…

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Stories
A Journey to Empowerment and Justice

In Cox’s Bazar, where formal legal systems are scarce, UNDP’s CSPC project is empowering marginalized communities through local mediation forums. One success…

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Press Releases
Human rights defenders are essential for strengthening human rights protection

Young Human Rights Defenders (HRDs) from across Bangladesh pledged to promote and protect human rights during a two-day workshop organized by UNDP Bangladesh…

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GoB, UNDP, GEF launch initiatives to conserve biodiversity and wetlands

On October 17, 2024, the Government of Bangladesh, UNDP, and GEF signed agreements to launch two projects focused on conserving wetlands and biodiversity. These…

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Blog
Youth leading the way to good governance in Bangladesh

This Op-Ed underscores the vital role of youth in shaping Bangladesh's future. It calls for inclusive policymaking, greater youth engagement, and investment in…

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Press Releases
Artivism for Peace’ Exhibition to foster harmony across Bangladesh

The 'Artivism for Peace' exhibition, held at the University of Dhaka, showcased 35 artworks promoting peace, tolerance, and harmony in Bangladesh. Organized by…

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News
Developing SDG Finance Taxonomy to Boost Private Sector Investment in Bangladesh

The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) held consultations to develop an SDG Finance…

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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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