Prime minister Sheikh Hasina is urging Bangladesh and the Maldives to collaborate in addressing the challenges posed by climate change, as both countries are highly vulnerable to the effects of rising sea levels. During a meeting with Maldives ambassador Ahmed Fareer, Hasina suggested that the two nations work together to combat climate change impacts such as extreme weather events and sea level rise. Additionally, she requested that the Maldives government consider sourcing physicians, teachers, medicines, clothing, and ceramics from Bangladesh. The prime minister promised to provide full support from Bangladesh to establish the 'Bangladesh-Maldives University' in the Maldives, according to Islam. The PM's principal secretary MA Karim, PMO secretary Mollah Wahiduzzman, and ambassador at large Ziauddin Ahmed were also in attendance.