Syeda Rizwana Hasan, the Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forests, Climate Change, and Water Resources, noted that the EU will back the ongoing reforms of the interim government. She highlighted that the EU will support Bangladesh in expanding renewable energy facilities and offer cooperation in specific areas of expertise. Additionally, the EU will prioritize financing key climate actions.
Environment Advisor said this while Michael Miller, the European Union Ambassador to Bangladesh, paid a courtesy call on her at her office in the Bangladesh Secretariat on Wednesday (23 October, 2024). During the meeting, they discussed pressing environmental concerns, climate change mitigation, and ways to strengthen Bangladesh-EU cooperation on sustainable development initiatives.
The European Union has been a key partner in Bangladesh’s efforts to combat climate change and protect our rich biodiversity,” stated Syeda Rizwana Hasan. We value the EU’s continued support in environmental conservation and their commitment to promoting green growth strategies in our country.
Michael Miller, the European Union Ambassador to Bangladesh, stated that the EU is deeply interested in collaborating with Bangladesh on various issues, including climate change. He affirmed that the EU will continue supporting the interim government and is confident in working with Bangladesh. He emphasized the need to stabilize law and order to attract more foreign investment and mentioned that the EU is interested in financing gender-sensitive projects. He emphasized the EU’s willingness to further collaborate with Bangladesh in areas like renewable energy, forest conservation, and pollution control.
The discussion also touched on upcoming joint initiatives between the Ministry and the EU to enhance environmental governance, reduce pollution, and protect natural resources. Both parties expressed optimism about the future of Bangladesh-EU environmental cooperation, especially in achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement. Environment Secretary, Water Resources Secretary and high officials from the ministries and EU also in the occasion.
