He has urged his Malaysian counterpart to open up the labour market while ensuring Bangladeshi workers are not exploited
June 22, 2026
News Desk
bdnews24.com
The first day of Tarique Rahman’s first trip abroad as Bangladesh’s prime minister has focused on the issues faced by expatriate workers, a key driver of the country’s economy.
The BNP, which swept to power in the February polls, had vowed to expand job opportunities for Bangladesh’s labour force.
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