Australian Minister due Dhaka

Staff Reporter :

Australian Minister for Small Business, International Development and Multicultural Affairs Dr Anne Aly is set to arrive in Bangladesh this week for an official visit aimed at deepening Australia’s engagement in the Indian Ocean region and reinforcing ties with both Bangladesh and India.

During her visit, Dr Aly will launch the Australia-Bangladesh Development Partnership Plan 2025-2030, reaffirming Canberra’s commitment to supporting Bangladesh’s inclusive and democratic development, according to a press release from the Australian Embassy in Dhaka.
The partnership framework will guide bilateral cooperation in areas such as sustainable growth, human development, and climate resilience.

“Australia welcomes Bangladesh’s transition to a democratic and inclusive future, and is committed to supporting these efforts,” the minister said in a statement.
Dr Aly will also visit Rohingya camps in Cox’s Bazar, where Bangladesh shelters over 1.1 million displaced Rohingya.

Describing the situation as the “largest and most complex humanitarian crisis in the region,” she highlighted Australia’s ongoing humanitarian support.
Australia has pledged an additional AUD 370 million (around USD 245 million) over the next three years for Myanmar, the Rohingya population in Bangladesh, and host communities, bringing its total commitment since 2017 to over AUD 1.26 billion.
The visit reflects the Albanese Government’s commitment to working with Indian Ocean partners to promote peace, stability, and prosperity.
Dr Aly’s trip underscores Australia’s intention to further strengthen development cooperation, humanitarian aid, and people-to-people ties with Bangladesh as the country advances toward sustainable and inclusive growth