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Experts for working together to cope with climate change impacts
DHAKA, July 15, 2018 (BSS) – Experts at a seminar today stressed
maintaining harmony and working together to cope with climate change impacts
in the South Asia region.
They observed that the South Asian countries, including Bangladesh,
should take necessary measures to face extreme climate events since the
region is highly vulnerable to climate change.
SAARC Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SAARC CCI) and Federation of
Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI) jointly organised the
seminar titled, ‘A Climate Resilient South Asia: Turning Climate Smart
Investment Opportunities into Reality’ at a city hotel.
Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Anisul Islam Mahmud and
SAARC CCI President Ruwan Edirisinghe attended the inaugural session of the
seminar with FBCCI President M Shafiul Islam (Mohiuddin) in the chair.
Speaking as the chief guest, Anisul Islam Mahmud said Bangladesh has
adopted many effective measures to face the growing climatic treats as it is
one of the most vulnerable countries to climate change.
“Bangladesh has also developed proper technology to face the challenges
of climate change,” he said.
Shafiul Islam said climate change has emerged as one of the greatest
developmental challenges for the 21st century.
He said: “As the business community, we have been gearing up our efforts
towards developing renewable energy, building green and environmentally
friendly factories, and developing economic zones incorporating waste
management system.”
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