The United Kingdom is also supporting economic reforms, customs modernisation and financial sector stability in Bangladesh through partnerships with relevant institutions, she told an event organised by the Diplomatic Correspondents Association of Bangladesh.
On climate cooperation, Cooke said Bangladesh is on the frontline of climate change and her country is cooperating to strengthen resilience, improve flood forecasting and mobilise climate finance.
UK high commissioner to Bangladesh Sarah Cooke has said British International Investment (BII) is investing $608.265 million in Bangladesh between 2022 and 2026.
UK Export Finance has up to $2.7 billion available for projects in infrastructure, healthcare, renewable energy and aviation.
The UK is backing reforms, customs modernisation and financial sector stability there through partnerships, she said.
Bangladesh-UK relations have grown deeper, broader and more strategic, spanning trade, climate, security, migration and democratic cooperation, she was cited as saying by Bangladesh media outlets.
The United Kingdom remains one of the largest investors in Bangladesh and a reliable long-term economic partner, she added, reaffirming that her country would remain a predictable and long-term partner for Bangladesh.
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