Canada reiterates support for UN initiatives, Rohingya response in Bangladesh

The High Commission of Canada in Bangladesh has reaffirmed Canada’s continued support for United Nations initiatives in Bangladesh, including assistance aimed at supporting the successful holding of the 2026 parliamentary elections.

In a post shared on its official Facebook page, the High Commission said Canadian High Commissioner Ajit Singh held a meeting with Carol Flore-Smereczniak to discuss the longstanding partnership between Canada and the United Nations in Bangladesh.

The post said Canada is proud to be a leading contributor to the UN’s work worldwide, including in Bangladesh, where it supports different UN agencies involved in critical initiatives.

During the meeting, High Commissioner Singh also highlighted Canada’s sustained leadership in responding to the Rohingya crisis and supporting host communities since 2017.

According to the High Commission, Canada has so far provided more than $600 million in assistance for the Rohingya response. The support includes a recent announcement of an additional $10 million in funding for operations run by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and the International Organization for Migration in Cox’s Bazar.

The High Commission thanked the UN official for the “engaging discussion” and expressed hope for closer cooperation in building “a better future that leaves no one behind.”