, Oct. 28 -- With Bangladesh's population ageing rapidly, policymakers, development partners, and civil society representatives have come together to chart a roadmap for a sustainable long-term care (LTC) system for older persons.

The initiative was highlighted at a high-level seminar in Dhaka on Tuesday, marking the launch of the country's first Country Diagnostic Study (CDS) on Long-Term Care for Older People, jointly conducted by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the AYAT Education Foundation.

The study offers evidence-based recommendations to develop a gender-responsive, affordable, and people-centred care system for Bangladesh's elderly population, says a press release.

Dr Mohammad Abu Yusuf, Secretary of the Social Welfare Min...