Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury today (February 6) sought more cooperation from the EU nations to facilitate greater access for Bangladeshi products into the European Union (EU) market.

Highlighting the EU as Bangladesh's largest market, he also supported for easing conditions in exporting Bangladeshi products to the EU countries.

Minister Saber Hossain made the request while Charles Whitley, the EU Ambassador to Bangladesh, and Edwin Koekkoek, the team leader for Green Inclusive Development and Social Protection at the EU Delegation, called on him at his office at the Secretariat in the capital.

The meeting centered on strengthening collaboration between the European Union and Bangladesh in environmental conservation, sustainable forestry, and climate change mitigation efforts.

Ambassador Whitley emphasised the EU's commitment to supporting Bangladesh in its journey towards green and inclusive development, highlighting the importance of international cooperation in addressing global environmental challenges.

BDST: 1551 HRS, FEB 06, 2024
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