Denmark will provide DKK 300 million (approximately Tk 474 crore) to Bangladesh for implementing the Bilateral Development Programme 2023-2028.
In this regard, a grant-based framework agreement was signed today between Denmark and Bangladesh.
The strategic objectives of the Framework Agreement will be complemented by cross cutting priorities such as the strengthening of democracy, empowerment of youth, and improving gender equality, through empowering women and girls.
Economic Relations Division (ERD) Secretary Sharifa Khan and Ambassador of Denmark to Bangladesh Winnie Estrup Petersen signed the framework agreement on behalf of their respective sides, said an ERD press release.
High officials of ERD and Danish Embassy in Dhaka were present at the signing ceremony.
The release said Denmark and Bangladesh have 50 years of long history of bilateral cooperation. During this period, Denmark has been supporting Bangladesh in the areas of agriculture, water, sanitation, transport sectors, climate change, human rights, and good governance programme.
Denmark is also involved in commercial activities through the trade council.
