WCC NEWS: WCC expresses solidarity with peace efforts in Bangladesh

World Council of Churches (WCC) general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay expressed solidarity with the peace and justice efforts from Bangladesh’s interim government. WCC general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay pictured meeting chief adviser Muhammad Yunus on 13 April. 14 April 2025 "We are here to express our support and solidarity with your leadership,” Pillay said after meeting with chief adviser Muhammad Yunus on 13 April. Yunus has been chief adviser of the interim government of Bangladesh since 8 August 2024.  "This visit reflects our continued commitment to Bangladesh,” said Pillay. “Like you, we believe in unity, peace, and a just society—and we see your interim government working hard to achieve exactly that.” Yunus welcomed the WCC delegation and thanked them for their show of support.  "We are doing our best—there are always ups and downs, but we are determined," Yunus said, adding, "We need your support in the days ahead. And I hope you will visit Bangladesh again." Pillay noted that the WCC shares Yunus's vision for a "3 Zero World,” which includes zero net wealth concentration, zero unemployment, and zero carbon emissions. "At the World Council of Churches, we actively promote the same three-zero principles. This is a natural alignment, and we're glad to walk alongside you on this path," Pillay said. Pillay also praised Bangladesh's leadership in climate adaptation efforts. “Bangladesh is home to some of the world’s most innovative and capable engineers working to overcome climate challenges,” he noted. See more

The World Council of Churches promotes Christian unity in faith, witness and service for a just and peaceful world. An ecumenical fellowship of churches founded in 1948, today the WCC brings together 352 Protestant, Orthodox, Anglican and other churches representing more than 580 million Christians in over 120 countries, and works cooperatively with the Roman Catholic Church. The WCC general secretary is Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay from the Uniting Presbyterian Church in Southern Africa. Media contact: +41 79 507 6363; www.oikoumene.org/press Our visiting address is: World Council of Churches Chemin du Pommier 42 Kyoto Building Le Grand-Saconnex CH-1218 Switzerland