Dhaka, Feb. 18 -- The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Impact Investment Exchange (IIX) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on Wednesday at the UNDP Bangladesh office to promote gender-inclusive sustainable finance in Bangladesh.

The partnership will help develop new types of bonds, called Orange Bonds that raise funds for women-led businesses and underserved communities.

The aim is to attract more private investment while ensuring transparency, accountability, and clear development results.

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Under this collaboration, UNDP and IIX will carry out studies, support policy discussions, engage with key stakeholders, and provide technical support and training to potential bond ...