Partnerships between govt bodies and int'l agencies are urgent in achieving SDGs: Environment Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury

Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury said partnerships between government agencies and international organisations are pivotal in achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

He said collaborative efforts are greatly important in implementing effective strategies to mitigate the adverse impacts of climate change.

The environment minister made the remarks at a meeting with Munir M Miraly, Resident Diplomatic Representative of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), at his Paribagh residence here.

During the meeting, Saber Chowdhury and Munir M Miraly discussed a range of issues, including climate actions and community resilience-building initiatives.

Munir reaffirmed the Aga Khan Development Network's dedication to supporting Bangladesh's developmental efforts.

The meeting concluded with a commitment to further strengthen cooperation between the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and the Aga Khan Development Network.

They expressed optimism about the prospects of future collaboration and reiterated their shared commitment to advancing environmental conservation and sustainable development goals in Bangladesh.