Bangladesh on Saturday (June 3) announced a voluntary donation of $50,000 to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) for 2023.

The declaration was made during the UNRWA pledging conference at the United Nations Headquarters.

The Bangladesh Permanent Mission to the UN in New York said that this contribution reflects the unwavering dedication of the Bangladeshi government and its people to the just cause of the Palestinian people.

Bangladesh has been supporting UNRWA since 2018.

The president of the General Assembly convened the pledging conference.

The UNRWA commissioner general provided updates to the member states during the meeting.

Dr. Md Monwar Hossain, the Deputy Permanent Representative of Bangladesh to the UN in New York, announced the commitment on behalf of the Bangladeshi government."

The funds pledged by Bangladesh will be used to support the various programs and services provided by UNRWA to Palestinian refugees, including education, healthcare, and social services.

The international community's continued support for UNRWA is crucial in addressing the ongoing needs of Palestinian refugees and ensuring their well-being. The agency relies on voluntary contributions from member states and other donors to carry out its mission.

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