Belem, Nov. 15 -- Fisheries and Livestock Adviser Farida Akhter has called for scaling up inclusive, ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA) across all sectors to protect Bangladesh's key ecosystems.

Speaking at a COP30 side event at the Bangladesh Pavilion on Friday, she said collaboration between communities, government and partners are crucial for building resilience among nature-dependent populations.

"Bangladesh's vulnerable communities cannot build resilience without predictable finance and strong partnerships," Farida said, highlighting the importance of integrating scientific research with indigenous knowledge.

The event, hosted by CARE Bangladesh in collaboration with C3ER and BRAC University, showcased ongoing adaptation efforts und...