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Bangladesh’s digital transformation roadmap draft: Key takeaways

Bangladesh’s ICT Division, in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has released a draft version of the ‘National Digital Transformation Strategy’ on February 16, 2025.

UNDP hopes for 'the best election in Bangladesh’s history'

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has expressed hope that the upcoming general elections in Bangladesh will be the best in the country's history

The Daily Star and UNDP organise Cyber Defence Innovation Challenge 2024

The Cyber Defence Innovation Challenge (CDIC) was a multi-phase competition encouraging creative approaches to cyber safety.

The Daily Star partners with UNDP for a safer cyberspace

The campaign sought to tackle the vulnerabilities arising from Bangladesh’s rapid digital transformation.

UNDP organises unique cricket match promoting inclusivity for persons with disabilities

UNDP organised “Empathy on Wheels,” a unique cricket match at Dhanmondi 4 cricket ground on December 3

UNDP, UN Women, SDC sign agreement to promote inclusive and participatory democracy

This initiative is part of UNDP’s ongoing Strengthening Institutions, Policies, and Services (SIPS) program, which aims to create a more inclusive and responsive governance framework in Bangladesh.

UNDP reaffirms full support to interim government

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to support the emerging national priorities of the interim government in Bangladesh

NAP Expo 2024 / Rising to resilience: Bangladesh's journey towards sustainable climate adaptation

As Bangladesh proudly hosts the ninth global National Adaptation Plan (NAP) Expo this week, the world turns its gaze to a nation that not only faces formidable climate challenges but is also leading by example in climate adaptation.

UNDP launches "Sign Language E-Dictionary" on International Mother Language Day

This initiative underscores UNDP's ongoing commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and accessibility in all facets. 

April 27, 2016
April 27, 2016

UNDP suggests stronger urban governance for Bangladesh

Bangladesh, like most other Asian countries, witnessed a rapid rise in urban population, a fact that requires stronger urban governance to make the cities liveable and thriving, said a new report of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

April 26, 2016
April 26, 2016

Youth workforce to lead future development in Bangladesh

Bangladesh has a huge young and productive workforce that will continue to increase until 2030 and can contribute to

February 23, 2016
February 23, 2016

Mashrafe made UNDP's goodwill ambassador

Bangladesh ODI and T20I skipper Mashrafe Bin Mortaza is all set to become the first ever Bangladeshi to be appointed as a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

February 4, 2016
February 4, 2016

Broadcast Law in June: Inu

Information Minister Hasanul Haque Inu says the draft of a ‘Broadcast Law’ will be placed at the next session of Parliament in June after getting clearance from Cabinet.

December 20, 2015
December 20, 2015

Bangladesh static in Human Development Index

Bangladesh’s position remains unchanged in the Human Development Index, according to the 2015 Human Development Report launched by UNDP.

November 15, 2015
November 15, 2015

Dutch Queen due tomorrow morning

Queen of the Netherlands Máxima Zorreguieta Cerruti arrives in Dhaka tomorrow morning on a three-day visit to Bangladesh.

November 12, 2015
November 12, 2015

Now, app to show travel time within Dhaka

UNDP in collaboration with BRTC launches a pilot project which will allow your smartphone mobile app to tell you how long it will take to travel to your destination using GPS.

July 9, 2015
July 9, 2015

We hope that we will be able to help Bangladesh realise its full potential: Robert D. Watkins

In an exclusive interview with The Daily Star, Robert D. Watkins, UN Resident Coordinator and UNDP Resident Representative in Bangladesh talks to Amitava Kar about some development ideas for Bangladesh.

April 26, 2015
April 26, 2015

Nepal quake may trigger major tremors in Bangladesh

Nepal earthquake may trigger major tremors in Bangladesh as the earth plates are interconnected, experts warn.

April 12, 2015
April 12, 2015

UNDP to host youth dialogue with DNCC mayor aspirants

United Nations Development Programme will host youth dialogue with the mayoral candidates of Dhaka North City Corporation on Apr 15.

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