Implementation Framework for Sustainable Development: What Matters in the Context of Bangladesh

Joyashree Roy, Sheikh Tawhidul Islam, Indrajit Pal

Abstract


COVID 19 recovery path, economic growth path and climate resilient path have much in common to help in building back better for Bangladesh which experienced multiple hazards due to hydro-meteorological disasters during the pandemic year. Changing the framework around this intersection of sustainable developmental actions can strengthen the productive base of the economy which can create momentum for the attainment of equitable human wellbeing for people of Bangladesh. For successful implementation of actions updated methods, community involvement and data are the most important elements.

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