Dhaka, May 23 -- Speakers have emphasised the urgent need to place nature at the heart of development strategies.

Marking the International Day for Biological Diversity, the Department of Environment (DoE) under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Bangladesh jointly hosted a high-level discussion on Thursday in Dhaka under the global theme "Harmony with Nature and Sustainable Development."

The event brought together policymakers, scientists, environmental leaders, and development partners to call for bold, coordinated action to reverse biodiversity loss and integrate nature into national development planning.

Attending as the Chief Guest, Environment Advise...