Xu, who serves as the assistant administrator of the region and the UN Assistant Secretary-General, will be in Bangladesh until May 21, according to UNDP in Dhaka. During his visit, Xu will meet with senior ministers and key officials to discuss a variety of issues including economic growth, innovation, and the country's resilience. UNDP stated that his visit will provide the international community and global development partners with a better understanding of Bangladesh and its future goals. His visit is considered significant as he will evaluate the success of UNDP projects aimed at reducing urban poverty, disaster management, and climate change adaptation in Dakop and Hatia, as well as observe peace-building initiatives in the Chittagong Hill Tracts region. Prior to his current role, Xu has held positions in Asia, the Pacific, Eastern Europe, and the former Soviet Union.