United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) Executive Director Jorge Moreira da Silva will undertake a visit to Dhaka on Saturday and Sunday.
This will be his first visit since he assumed the office in this capacity in April this year.
His office termed the visit as an “important milestone” in furthering the collaboration between UNOPS and the government of Bangladesh to enhance sustainable development in the region.
UNOPS supports countries in building infrastructure, managing projects and procurement.
Jorge Moreira da Silva, also a UN under-secretary-general, will meet Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, as well as other senior government officials, development partners, and representatives of UN entities to strengthen the partnership between UNOPS and Bangladesh during his mission.
“UNOPS has been supporting sustainable development in Bangladesh for over 20 years. We now look forward to continuing our work in a stronger partnership with the government of Bangladesh, to support the country’s renewed commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals and to build a sustainable, resilient and inclusive future for the people,” he was quoted as saying.
Bangladesh is currently the vice president of the UNOPS Executive Board and will take over the presidency in 2024.
The executive director will meet the prime minister on Sunday to discuss how UNOPS could support Bangladesh on its journey towards achieving Agenda 2030.
He will also visit the National Institute of Diseases of the Chest and Hospital (NIDCH) in Mohakhali, where UNOPS, together with partners such as the National Malaria Elimination Program (NMEP) and with funding from the Global Fund, is constructing oxygen plant facilities to support the national healthcare system.
During this visit, he will also discuss potential collaboration in health systems strengthening with healthcare professionals.
“The UN and UNOPS remain committed to working closely with Bangladesh to achieve its development goals,” his office said in a statement.
