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  1. LDC deferral and EU aid for Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka
  2. Nepal and Bangladesh are facing the challenges of LDC graduation, with talks regarding extensions underway in Doha and the UN in New York.
  3. Bangladesh holds discussions regarding LDC extension with representatives from Nepal and Algeria.

UN Grants Three-Year LDC Graduation Deferment to Bangladesh and Nepal

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What happened

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The United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution extending the Least Developed Country (LDC) preparatory period for Bangladesh and Nepal. Both countries received a three-year deferment, pushing their transition date to November 24, 2029. The extension was granted following requests from the respective governments.

From bdnews24.com, kathmandupost.com

Why it matters

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The deferment provides both countries more time to strengthen their economies and prepare for the loss of trade preferences and other LDC support. The UN acknowledged that the extension addresses economic uncertainties and external shocks facing the nations.

Bangladesh and Nepal are facing challenges regarding LDC graduation, with talks about extensions currently underway in Doha and New York.

From kathmandupost.com, thedailystar.net

Who's involved

  • BangladeshCountry that received the three-year LDC deferment.
  • NepalCountry that received the three-year LDC deferment.
  • United NationsGlobal organization that finalized the deferral process.
  • Khalilur RahmanForeign Minister of Bangladesh who chaired the UNGA session.
  • Government of BangladeshNational government of Bangladesh that requested the extension.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • BangladeshSpeculative

    Could attract investment and diversify exports due to the extended preparatory period.

How it developed

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  1. The UN General Assembly finalized the deferral process for Bangladesh.1 source
  2. Both countries received LDC graduation deferment.1 source
  3. China placed a draft resolution supporting the LDC graduation extension for Bangladesh and Nepal.1 source

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