22 May 2014 — Democracy does not mean only elections but what happens afterwards and how accountably the system functions, UNDP Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific Haoliang Xu said.
“There is a need to improve governance and institutions, especially the local government–how they can play a constructive role and promote development at local levels,” he told a press conference at the capital’s Sonargaon Hotel, wrapping up a five-day visit to Bangladesh.
During his stay, Xu visited various UNDP projects, including those at Korail slum in Dhaka, Dacope in Khulna, and Chittagong Hill Tracts.
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