UNDP to support BD for LDC graduation: Stefan Liller

A delegation led by the United Nations Development Program's (UNDP's) resident representative Stefan Liller made a courtesy call on State Minister for Commerce Ahasanul Islam Titu at his secretariat office on Sunday, reports UNB.

UNDP Representative Stefan congratulated Titu on his assumption as the Minister of State for Commerce.

He (Stefan) said that UNDP will play a supporting role in various activities for the development of Bangladesh, especially during the LDC graduation.

"UNDP will extend cooperation in technical and training activities for Bangladesh to reach the target," said Stefan.

During the meeting, the state minister for commerce said that the government is working to create capable entrepreneurs and quality products from all over the country to the national and export markets.

"The government is working across the country to focus on handicrafts. The products and manufacturer will be recognized with GI location," Tutu said.

He said that e-commerce is an important medium for the expansion of exports. The government will provide technical and financial support to the entrepreneurs for expansion of exports.