After successful production, Oxford coronavirus vaccine will be made available across the world, including Bangladesh, on the basis of priority by need, not priority by wealth, said the UK High Commissioner in Dhaka Robert Dickson.
"The UK is fighting for equitable access of the vaccine in global level," he also said.
He said these while speaking at a virtual talk, organised by the Diplomatic Correspondents Association of Bangladesh (DCAB) on Wednesday.
Mr Dickson pointed out that there is no plan so far to hold any trial of the Oxford vaccine in Bangladesh.
"There are companies here, which are well equipped to produce the vaccine, if they are given the technology," he added.
Responding to a question, the envoy said if Khaleda Zia wants to visit the UK for treatment after getting permission from the government, the UK High Commission will be happy to process her visa application.
He also said as the second largest trade and investment partner, the UK is committed to continue its concessions to Bangladesh in the post-Brexit era.
On Rohingya issue, Mr Dickson noted that accountability for war crimes, citizenship of Rohingyas and implementation of the Kofi Annan Commission report are crucial for sustainable solution to the Rohingya crisis.
Referring to his recent visit to the Rohingya camps in Cox's Bazar, he opined that the Rohingyas are eager to go back to their homeland in Rakhine, but they also want to ensure their citizenship rights.
He reiterated the UK government's commitment to support the Rohingya refugees and to ensure their sustainable and dignified repatriation to Myanmar.
The UK high commissioner added that the present situation in Rakhine is not encouraging for such repatriation, as fighting is going on between Myanmar army and Atalanta Army.
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