DHAKA: Britain’s commitment to achieving the Global Goals and working closely with Bangladesh was reaffirmed by UK International Development Minister Baroness Verma who arrived in Dhaka Tuesday (December 8).

During her visit, the minister will engage with local audience about the UK government’s priorities and how UK Aid can best support Bangladesh government’s commitment to the new Global Goals.

The UK supports Bangladesh’s aim to eliminate extreme poverty in a decade and ensure that the process of inclusive growth leaves no one behind.

The minister will also meet a range of people including the development partners, civil society, stakeholders and beneficiaries.

On arrival Baroness Verma said, “I am delighted to visit Bangladesh. Our countries have a strong relationship built up over the years and I want to see that become even stronger as Bangladesh flourishes and leads its own development”.

“Over the next few days I want to meet people who are benefiting from the UK’s support and also those working hard to ensure our help reach those who need it most.”

“As the biggest bilateral donor in Bangladesh, our aim is to work with the people of Bangladesh to help transform the lives of the poorest, most vulnerable and most marginalized.”

“UK aid funded programs in Bangladesh leave no one behind and it is crucial that we continue vital work on gender equality and women’s empowerment,” she added.

BDST: 1837 HRS, DEC 08, 2015
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