MAB Secretariat is located in Dhaka, demonstrating close working relations and invaluable partnership with the LGED regional Office. The Secretariat provides crucial support to MAB President, Co-Presidents and other governing bodies in the exercise of their leadership and duties, including through coordination and organization of annual meetings and preparation of substantive documents. The Secretariat works with its members and partners in Bangladesh to advocate for the prominence and interests of cities and local governments; foster exchanges of knowledge, promote peer-to-peer collaboration; implement policy advocacy activities, and strengthen members capabilities and expertise through capacity enhancement projects.