Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has called on world leaders to work together based on mutual cooperation, empathy and a shared sense of responsibility to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

He made the call in a video message delivered on Saturday at the United Nations’ ‘SDG Moment’ event. The Prime Minister’s Assistant Press Secretary, K M Nazmul Haque, confirmed the matter.

In his video message, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman said the world is still falling behind in achieving the SDGs and stressed the need for effective action and collective efforts.

He also emphasized strengthening international partnerships, sharing experiences and pursuing joint initiatives to accelerate SDG implementation.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is scheduled to leave for New York, United States, on Monday to attend the high-level segment of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA-81).