Bangladesh requires at least $29 billion annually to effectively combat disasters, but even securing $1–2 billion from the IMF remains difficult, said economic adviser Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed. Speaking at a seminar, he stressed the importance of local resilience, noting that communities often act before government aid arrives. He urged the media to play a stronger role in raising awareness about climate change. Experts at the discussion warned that climate change is not only causing economic losses but also severely impacting social sectors.