Malaysia’s labor market: How will new doors open amidst old problems?

Although the negotiations on a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Bangladesh and Malaysia is a positive development, past experience shows that agreements on paper alone do not yield the desired results. Implementation remains the biggest challenge.For this reason, the new agreement should require every stage of the recruitment process to be conducted through digital […]

We have sought to protect the country’s interests through ‘Bangladesh First’ policy: PM tells Parliament

At that time the Speaker had said, “Through this visit, you have opened a new horizon for Bangladesh’s economy and foreign policy.” Welcoming the Prime Minister, he said, “Welcome to this Parliament again.” Later, while taking permission to speak, the Prime Minister said that the people have entrusted the responsibility of protecting their interests to […]

China laid red carpet for Tariq Rehman

After attending several other events that day, he will depart Dalian for Beijing by high-speed train in the afternoon. The Prime Minister’s first visit to China comes at a crucial moment as China and Bangladesh enter the next phase of their diplomatic relations – the “Golden 50 Years”, officials said. According to him, the visit […]

Prime Minister’s visit to Malaysia will open new possibilities for bilateral cooperation in the future: Mahdi Amin

He said the discussions included political cooperation, trade and investment, halal industry, digital economy, artificial intelligence, semiconductors, labor market, education, tourism, energy, defense and security. A 33-point joint statement has been issued with the aim of increasing cooperation in nine areas. According to Mahdi Amin, both countries have agreed to carry forward discussions on Free […]

Army Chief returns home after Malaysia tour

He also participated in the 8th Putrajaya Forum held under the theme “ASEAN Security at the Edge of Emerging Technologies”, an ISPR press release said. Additionally, the Army Chief held a courtesy meeting with Malaysian defense and security officials, where he discussed issues related to defense cooperation, joint training, joint initiatives and mutual cooperation between […]

Prime Minister told Parliament that the government has plans to explore alternative labor markets

Responding to a question by Narsingdi-5 MP Ashraf Uddin, the Prime Minister said initiatives have been taken to sign bilateral agreements to expand labor markets in new destinations including Serbia, Greece, North Macedonia, Romania, Portugal, Brazil and Russia. He said high-level visits were being arranged to strengthen bilateral relations with worker receiving countries outside the […]

Tourism Malaysia opens pavilion at Dhaka Travel Mart

The Malaysian delegation extended a heartfelt invitation to Bangladeshi travelers to explore these advanced healthcare services, where cutting-edge technology is complemented by compassionate, patient-centred care. This initiative is expected to further strengthen healthcare cooperation between Malaysia and Bangladesh, providing Bangladeshi patients access to reliable, efficient and globally recognized treatment options.

Tanker carrying 27,300 tonnes of diesel from Malaysia will reach Chittagong port

Earlier, a ship carrying 31,000 tonnes of refined diesel, which arrived on March 26, has already offloaded its cargo and left the port. Apart from sea routes, around 7,000 tonnes of diesel has already reached the country through pipeline from India’s Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL), a responsible official of Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC), requesting anonymity, […]