Dhaka, May 10 -- Water Resources Minister Md. Shahiduddin Chowdhury Anee on Sunday said erosion-resistant coastal infrastructure is critical to Bangladesh's long-term security and economic development.

"Building sustainable and safe coastal infrastructure is a demand of the time. It is imperative to protect coastal areas from climate-induced risks by using advanced construction materials, eco-friendly engineering, and climate-resilient design," the minister said.

He was speaking as the chief guest at a seminar titled 'Corrosion-Resistant Coastal Infrastructure in Bangladesh' and the 'Unveiling of Project Management Training Manual (2nd Edition) and Certificate Awarding' ceremony, at the Institution of Engineers, Bangladesh (IEB) auditor...