Ambassador of France to Bangladesh Marie Masdupuy said , Just got our new inflated boat! The Embassy of France in Bangladesh is now equipped with an inflatable boat to ensure safety and support during floods.
Bangladesh faces annual flooding, especially during the monsoon season, due to its low-lying topography and vulnerability to tropical cyclones and heavy rains. With a dense population, rising sea levels, and extreme weather, Bangladesh needs global support for climate adaptation and sustainable development. France is eager, notably through its development agency, AFD, to contribute to adaptation to climate change.
Both Bangladesh and France are Indo-Pacific countries. Oceans cover over 70% of the Earth’s surface and play a vital role in regulating environmental balances, providing resources and biodiversity, enabling trade, and connecting countries and communities. However, oceans are under threat from climate change, pollution, and the overexploitation of marine resources.
France and Costa Rica are jointly organizing the third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) in Nice, from 9 to 13 June 2025. Ten years after COP21 and the Paris Agreement, UNOC3 aims to bring together all United Nations Member States, specialized agencies, civil society, the private sector, and international donors.
France reaffirms its commitment to working closely with Bangladesh to advance climate resilience and sustainable development goals. Together, France and Bangladesh are building resilience for the future.