Dhaka, April 12 -- Canadian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Ajit Singh on Sunday said Canada remains a 'longstanding and steadfast partner' in the Rohingya crisis response and accounted CAD 10 million contributions to provide clean, safe and sustainable cooking fuel for the Rohingyas in Cox's Bazar.

"This climate-responsive humanitarian contribution will reduce deforestation and carbon emissions in an environmentally fragile district that will benefit refugees, Bangladeshis, and the wider population," said the High Commissioner.

He said it will also lower the risks to vulnerable people, especially women, girls, and children, including those that stem from gathering firewood.

"Canada is pleased to provide this $10 million contribution t...