. • Key discussions included an update from the Bangladesh High Commission on democratic, institutional, and economic reforms in Bangladesh, the role of the Scottish Bangladeshi diaspora, and recommendations for parliamentary and trade cooperation. • Significant attention was given to the Rohingya situation, including humanitarian conditions in Cox’s Bazar, the impact of international aid cuts, food insecurity, and protection challenges. • Updates were provided on the UK’s first permanent Rohingya Memorial Stone and its role in awareness and remembrance. • Presentations from ActionAid UK and the UN World Food Programme highlighted worsening malnutrition, funding shortfalls, and urgent advocacy needs. • The meeting concluded with open discussion on education, health, climate change, and agreed actions to raise awareness, support humanitarian advocacy, and pursue collaborative initiatives in Scotland and Bangladesh. ------ th CPG Meeting & AGM on 10 December 2025: MSP Attendance: Foysol Choudhury MSP (Chair), Miles Briggs MSP and Mercedes Villalba MSP Non-MSP Members no: 10 Guest speakers: 1 Brief description of main subjects discussed: • Convenor welcomed the newly appointed Deputy High Commissioner of Bangladesh and reemphasised purpose of group - focused on strengthening Scotland–Bangladesh relations in a non-political context. • The AGM approved the 2024 minutes and re-appointed office bearers. • Updates were provided on political, democratic, economic and human rights reforms in Bangladesh, upcoming elections, and the Rohingya refugee crisis. • A COP30 debrief presented by Climate Director at the Department of Environment of the Bangladeshi Government highlighted global climate commitments, climate finance, and adaptation priorities for vulnerable countries. • The discussion emphasised Scotland’s potential role in supporting Bangladesh on climate adaptation, humanitarian assistance and international advocacy, with the meeting closing on a reaffirmation of continued parliamentary engagement.