Prime Minister's UNGA Speech to Highlight Climate Change; Bangladesh to Advocate Jute Products at COP31
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Prime Minister's UNGA Speech to Highlight Climate Change; Bangladesh to Advocate Jute Products at COP31
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will address the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) for the first time, with climate change positioned as a focal point of his policy speech, State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obayed Islam announced.
Furthermore, during the upcoming UN Climate Change Conference (COP31) this November, Bangladesh intends to promote the environmental benefits and climate-resilient application of natural jute products on the global stage.
State Minister Shama Obayed outlined these diplomatic strategies on Tuesday (September 15) while addressing a seminar on climate diplomacy and climate justice hosted at the CIRDAP Auditorium in Dhaka.
Highlighting a shift in institutional focus, Shama Obayed noted that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has established a specialized climate wing to drive dedicated international outreach in coordination with the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
"Our Prime Minister will deliver his maiden address at the UN General Assembly, bringing climate issues to the forefront," the State Minister said. "The speech will reflect our administration's political commitment to the domestic population and the global community, ensuring Bangladesh plays an active role on climate action."
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is scheduled to depart for New York on September 21 to attend the 81st UNGA session, with his address slated for September 24. His visit to the United States will run through September 26.
Elaborating on preparations for COP31 in November, the State Minister emphasized that Bangladesh’s delegation will spotlight vulnerable demographics impacted by climate-induced natural disasters. "Women and children make up more than half of our population and suffer disproportionately from climate disasters. We will present their challenges and necessary international interventions at COP31, alongside promoting eco-friendly jute products as sustainable alternatives," she explained.
Shama Obayed also cited ongoing domestic initiatives—such as widespread tree planting and the nationwide canal re-excavation program—as practical demonstrations of the government's commitment to climate change mitigation and environmental restoration.
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১৫-৯-২০২৬ দুপুর ১২:৫৮
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will address the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) for the first time, with climate change positioned as a focal point of his policy speech, State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obayed Islam announced.
Furthermore, during the upcoming UN Climate Change Conference (COP31) this November, Bangladesh intends to promote the environmental benefits and climate-resilient application of natural jute products on the global stage.
State Minister Shama Obayed outlined these diplomatic strategies on Tuesday (September 15) while addressing a seminar on climate diplomacy and climate justice hosted at the CIRDAP Auditorium in Dhaka.
Highlighting a shift in institutional focus, Shama Obayed noted that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has established a specialized climate wing to drive dedicated international outreach in coordination with the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
"Our Prime Minister will deliver his maiden address at the UN General Assembly, bringing climate issues to the forefront," the State Minister said. "The speech will reflect our administration's political commitment to the domestic population and the global community, ensuring Bangladesh plays an active role on climate action."
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is scheduled to depart for New York on September 21 to attend the 81st UNGA session, with his address slated for September 24. His visit to the United States will run through September 26.
Elaborating on preparations for COP31 in November, the State Minister emphasized that Bangladesh’s delegation will spotlight vulnerable demographics impacted by climate-induced natural disasters. "Women and children make up more than half of our population and suffer disproportionately from climate disasters. We will present their challenges and necessary international interventions at COP31, alongside promoting eco-friendly jute products as sustainable alternatives," she explained.
Shama Obayed also cited ongoing domestic initiatives—such as widespread tree planting and the nationwide canal re-excavation program—as practical demonstrations of the government's commitment to climate change mitigation and environmental restoration.
