BSS, Dhaka

Dr Zubaida Rahman, spouse of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, has called for stronger global cooperation to ensure the welfare and development of children while addressing a high-level summit in Washington, DC, at the invitation of US First Lady Melania Trump.

She joined over 40 first ladies and spouses of world leaders at the “Fostering the Future Together: Global Coalition Summit”, held at the US Department of State, which focused on advancing children’s well-being worldwide.

In her speech, Zubaida stressed that “the future of every nation is written in the lives of its children”, shaped by care, education, and values. She expressed gratitude to the US first lady for convening the summit.

Highlighting Bangladesh’s progress, she cited initiatives such as the Family Card and Farmer Card programmes, aimed at strengthening families and ensuring a safe, nurturing environment for children.

As a physician, she expressed her deep commitment to ensuring accessible, quality healthcare for every child, with an emphasis not only on treatment but also on prevention from the earliest stages of life.

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