Bangladesh requires an additional $421 billion by FY2030 to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), according to a recent government assessment. The assessment, unveiled at a national workshop in Dhaka, highlights the significant funding gap that needs to be addressed to meet the SDGs. The workshop, organized by the Economic Relations Division (ERD) with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office in Bangladesh, reviewed findings from the Development Finance Assessment (DFA) and discussed Bangladesh’s updated SDG Financing Strategy.
FAQs
{"question":"What is the additional funding needed by Bangladesh to achieve the SDGs by FY2030?","answer":"Bangladesh needs an additional $421 billion in funding by FY2030 to achieve the SDGs."}
{"question":"Who conducted the assessment on the funding gap for the SDGs?","answer":"The assessment was conducted by the Economic Relations Division (ERD) with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office in Bangladesh."}
{"question":"What were the key recommendations from the workshop?","answer":"The workshop recommended a clear set of priorities, coordinated action, better governance, and effective implementation to address the funding gap. It also emphasized the need for domestic resource mobilization and stronger financing policies and partnerships."}
{"question":"How will the findings from the workshop be used?","answer":"The feedback from the workshop will help finalize both the Development Finance Assessment (DFA) and the Financing Strategy for the SDGs."}
