Dhaka, Feb. 27 -- General Dr Jakob Granit has reaffirmed Sweden's longstanding partnership with Bangladesh since its independence, stating that global changes pose significant challenges to development cooperation.

"Building resilience is fundamental. We do this by strengthening climate adaptation - through knowledge, skills and strong infrastructure -- and also by creating an enabling environment for SMEs and businesses, and through the sustainable use of resources like water, energy and land," said Director-General Granit.

The Director-General reiterated Sida's continued support to critical development areas such as democracy, human rights, rule of law and gender equality; climate adaptation, environmental protection and management; h...