Dhaka, Nov. 13 -- Bangladesh is set to receive $30 million from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) for the first time earmarked for the people residing in its coastal regions.

State Minister for Climate and Environment Shaikh Faridul Islam shared the information while briefing journalists at the Bangladesh Pavilion in Antalya Expo City, Turkiye, on Wednesday.

Five other nations will also receive funds from the organisation to address climate change.

The state minister emphasised the urgent need for grant-based financing and funding with favourable terms for climate-vulnerable nations.

He stressed that ensuring adequate, grant-based financial support is essential for these countries to cope with the adverse impacts of climate change.

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