– Bangladesh first presented this resolution in 2019
– Urges UN member states to promote use of natural plant fibers
UNB: One of Bangladesh’s flagship resolutions at the United Nations, “Natural Plant Fibers and Sustainable Development”, was unanimously adopted on Tuesday.
It recognizes the strong support of the international community for Bangladesh’s unwavering commitment to environmental protection and sustainable development through the judicious and sustainable use of natural fibers such as jute, cotton and sisal, the Bangladesh mission in the UN New York said.
Bangladesh first presented this resolution at the 74th United Nations General Assembly in 2019 and since then this resolution has been adopted bi-annually at the United Nations.
The resolution urges UN member states to promote sustainable production and use of natural plant fibers.
In particular, it encourages Member States to provide political support and mobilize the necessary resources to build their capacity to ensure the sustainable production and use of natural plant fibers at the national, regional and international levels.
Recognizing it as the world’s oldest industry, the resolution calls on the world to consider natural fibers as a better alternative to synthetic and plastic-based products.
The resolution highlights the significant contribution of the production and use of natural fibers to accelerate the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals 2030.
Bangladesh emphasized the complementary role of natural plant fibers in mitigating the negative effects of climate change and protecting biodiversity and urged the international community to provide necessary cooperation to ensure the full implementation of the resolution.
