Achim Steiner, the administrator of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has congratulated Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus on being named Chief Advisor to the interim administration.
“On behalf of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), I wish to warmly congratulate you on your appointment as the Hon’ble Chief Adviser of the interim Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh,” he wrote in a message recently sent to Prof Yunus.
According to a statement from the chief adviser’s press wing, Steiner reiterated the UNDP’s unwavering commitment to support the emerging national priorities of the interim administration alongside his UNDP Bangladesh colleagues.
“Please count on our global and regional networks and expertise in areas such as economic recovery and strengthening of institutions of governance to support Bangladesh in this period of critical transition,” he said.
As the chief adviser leads his country through a peaceful, just, and democratic transition toward a more inclusive and prosperous future for all Bangladeshis, Steiner wishes Prof. Yunus and the Advisory Council great success.
“As a friend, I wish you well on every step along the way and cannot state enough my excitement as you take on this important role for your country. Please count on our full support in particular on the ground through our UNDP Country Office in Bangladesh, headed by Stefan Liller,” the message read.
