Bangladesh's health minister A F M Ruhul Haque has stated that the country will require approximately $2 billion over the next decade to address the health risks associated with global warming. Haque mentioned that the specific amount will be confirmed by June of next year. He also noted that if the sea level rises by one meter due to global warming, a total of $2.08 billion will be needed between 2010 and 2021 to mitigate the impacts. During a meeting on climate change, an eight-point Dhaka Declaration reflecting the government's concern was presented, with 55 delegates from various countries, including 11 ministers, in attendance to discuss strategies for reducing the effects of climate change. In addition, a total of 17 papers were delivered during the meeting. Experts are forecasting that a portion of Bangladesh will be submerged in water within the next 20 to 30 years. However, Haque noted that there appears to be little concern about the potential health impacts of this. The primary focus of this meeting is on this particular sector.