Bangladesh, Sept. 22 -- British High Commissioner to Bangladesh Robert Chatterton Dickson on Saturday said the United Kingdom (UK) would be spending some 6.0 billion pounds to help Bangladesh and other vulnerable countries combat climate change with adaptation and mitigation.

"Bangladesh has already made remarkable progress. But there's much more to be done," he said describing how Bangladesh has made "exemplary progress" over the last decade in preparing for and mitigating the impacts of natural disasters making a "real difference" at the country's ability.

In a video message marking the International Day of Peace, the British High Commissioner said there is a close link between the climate and peace. "The UK is working very closely with...