New York (USA), Sept. 24 -- Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus has urged the World Bank to assist in recovering the stolen funds and support the reform and modernization of the Chittagong Port, emphasising its potential to generate millions of manufacturing jobs and enhance regional cooperation.

"Chittagong Port is the key to economic growth in the region. Let's develop together," Prof Yunus said, noting that landlocked Nepal and Bhutan, as well as India's seven northeastern states, stand to benefit significantly from an upgraded port.

He made the remarks when World Bank President Ajay Banga met him on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) at UN Headquarters in New York on Tuesday.

During the meeting, they discusse...