Apart from policy changes, Bangladesh will also need to adapt to the nature of migration by focusing on skill- and language-based strategies. Investments should be made in training in Russian, German, Chinese, Korean and Japanese languages, gradually shifting from low-skilled labor to skilled labor markets. Language has become an important entry point to new labor […]
The current situation presents a clear example of this. There are 4.5 million (45 lakh) to 5 million (50 lakh) Bangladeshi workers employed in the Middle East. If the conflict continues, their employment, security and incomes will all face significant uncertainty. Reports of deaths of several Bangladeshi migrants have already emerged, indicating the seriousness of […]
Prothom Hello , A business-friendly environment is the key to attracting FDI. When Washington talks about a business-friendly environment, apart from regulatory issues, the issue of corruption is also a major concern. The US-Bangladesh Council promotes competitive and transparent business in Bangladesh. So did you raise the issue of creating a more business-friendly environment during […]
He added, “We will continue to encourage the Bangladeshi government to ensure a fair and transparent legal process for Dr. Yunus as the appeals process continues, but I have no action to preview.” Another journalist drew Miller's attention to a recent allegation made by Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. He said, “Bangladesh's ruling Prime Minister […]
Former BAIRA president and current MP Benazir Ahmad said they did not go to Malaysia to influence the agency selection process. In the previous phase, Malaysian officials selected the recruitment agencies, with agencies owned by three MPs being eliminated. “This time too they have selected the agencies. We did not go there for lobbying… We […]
Dr Yunus, chairman of Grameen Telecom, has been charged in a case related to labour law violations by the Factories and Establishments Inspection Department. On Thursday, the labor tribunal, led by its acting chairman MA Awal, extended the bail of Dr Yunus and three other accused and fixed July 4 for the next hearing of […]
It was alleged in the case that the recruitment of workers or employees of Grameen Telecom was not made permanent even after the completion of their apprenticeship period as per the Labor Act, 2006 and Labor Rules, 2015. Annual leave, encashment of leave and leave in lieu of cash payment were not given to workers […]
Answering questions from journalists outside the venue, Sohnur Rahman said that their talks covered a wide range of issues, including the post-election political situation, human rights, labor rights, the economic situation, the risks of climate change and the Middle East. According to multiple sources, the US Assistant Secretary of State asked about the political climate […]
Despite the provision to dispose of cases within a maximum of 150 days, hearing of hundreds of cases filed by workers is pending for years in the two labor courts of Chattogram. According to lawyers, there is a provision to complete the hearing of cases filed in the trial court within 60 days. However, the […]
According to Bangladesh Manpower, Employment and Training (BMET), about 1,250,000 migrants have gone to Malaysia since January 1992. More than 350,000 migrants went to Malaysia last year. 50,000 workers go to Malaysia in 2022. An interested migrant has to pay Tk 150,000 to this syndicate in the name of 100 agencies. Under this syndicate, business […]
At the beginning of the discussion, Law Minister Anisul Haq highlighted the measures taken by Bangladesh in compliance with the ILO Roadmap. He reiterated Bangladesh's strong political commitment to amending the existing labor law and said that if Bangladesh does not receive due recognition for its efforts to improve the situation, it could lead to […]