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Environment Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan has discussed advancing mutual cooperation in addressing critical environmental challenges with the US Embassy Charge d'affaires, Tracey Ann Jacobson. The discussion was held after Jacobson paid a courtesy call on Rizwana at the Department of Environment in Dhaka, on Wednesday, according to a press release.
The meeting focused on advancing mutual cooperation in addressing critical environmental challenges. Discussions highlighted the recent reform agenda of the Bangladesh government and emphasized collaborative efforts in promoting renewable energy, and conserving biodiversity.
Rizwana expressed Bangladesh's commitment to implementing innovative and sustainable policies for environmental protection. She stressed the need for enhanced international partnerships to promote eco-friendly technologies.
Jacobson reaffirmed the United States' support for Bangladesh's initiatives in renewable energy development and biodiversity conservation. She praised the government's efforts to address environmental issues while advancing the country's development agenda.
Both sides agreed to continue dialogue and explore further avenues for collaboration to achieve shared goals in environmental sustainability and resilience. Environment Ministry Secretary and officials from the US Embassy were present at the time, among others.
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