CA's UNGA tour highlights Bangladesh's unwavering commitment to democracy, humanitarian solidarity: Press secretary
In meetings with the UN agencies and donor nations, the chief adviser called for renewed global action to ensure safe, voluntary, and dignified repatriation to Myanmar and urged the international community not to let the crisis fade from global attention, he says
Highlights:
- Reaffirmed Bangladesh's commitment to democracy and transparency
- Attended dinner hosted by US President Trump
- Urged global action for Rohingya repatriation
- Secured commitment of $96m aid from US and UK for Rohingya refugees
- Invited UN to independently assess Bangladesh's LDC progress
Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus's participation in the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) underscored Bangladesh's role as a responsible global actor committed to democratic governance, humanitarian solidarity and constructive international cooperation, Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam said today (3 October).
He made the remarks in a post shared in his verified Facebook account, highlighting the CA's UNGA tour achievements.
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The press secretary said Prof Yunus led Bangladesh's high-level delegation to the 80th UNGA in New York last week, where he addressed the international community, held bilateral meetings with world leaders, and outlined Bangladesh's vision for democracy, humanitarian leadership, and future economic cooperation.
He said in his address to the UNGA, Chief Adviser Prof Yunus reaffirmed Bangladesh's unwavering commitment to democracy, transparency, and inclusive governance.
Highlighting the government's preparations for free, fair, and participatory elections, the chief adviser assured the global community that Bangladesh is ready to uphold the democratic values cherished by its people and partners, he said.
The press secretary said accompanying the chief adviser were six representatives from Bangladeshi political parties.
"This was the first time such a distinguished group of political leaders had travelled together. During the visit, they held key meetings with diplomats, diaspora leaders, and business representatives. These engagements sent a powerful message that all of Bangladesh is moving together toward democratic, free, and fair elections," he said.
About the CA's strategic engagements with global leaders, Alam said during the visit, Prof Yunus held a series of high-level bilateral meetings aimed at strengthening Bangladesh's global partnerships and advancing shared priorities.
Key engagements included talks with leaders from Italy, Finland, the Netherlands, Pakistan, Australia, Albania, Kosovo and Bhutan, focusing on democratic governance, trade, climate resilience, and human development, he said.
He said the chief adviser also met United Nations secretary general, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi, UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell UN Under Secretary General Rabab Fatima, World Bank President Ajay Banga, Queen Maxima of the Netherlands and IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva.
The press secretary said Prof Yunus attended a dinner hosted by US President Donald Trump, where he met a number of top world leaders.
Significant discussions also took place with a special envoy of the US, underlining Bangladesh's pivotal role in regional cooperation and multilateral diplomacy, he said.
About humanitarian leadership on the Rohingya crisis, he said a central focus of Prof Yunus's mission was the Rohingya crisis, where he emphasised Bangladesh's continued leadership in providing shelter and humanitarian assistance to over a million displaced people.
In meetings with the UN agencies and donor nations, the chief adviser called for renewed global action to ensure safe, voluntary, and dignified repatriation to Myanmar and urged the international community not to let the crisis fade from global attention, the press secretary said.
He said Prof Yunus was able to gain the commitment of $96 million from the US and UK to aid the Rohingya refugees.
In a significant move to underscore the government's commitment to accountability and development, Alam said, Prof Yunus invited the United Nations to conduct an independent assessment of Bangladesh's progress as a Least Developed Country (LDC) transitioning toward middle-income status.
This invitation demonstrates Dhaka's confidence in its economic trajectory and openness to constructive international evaluation, he said.
The press secretary said Bangladesh's engagement at the UNGA also opened new doors for overseas employment and labour mobility.
Shafiqul said Chief Adviser Prof Yunus held productive discussions with officials from Kosovo, Albania, and other European countries exploring avenues for Bangladeshi workers to contribute to their growing labour markets.
These opportunities are expected to bolster remittance inflows and strengthen people-to-people ties with new partner nations, the press secretary added.
