Bangladesh reviewing Dubai labor market reports as visa talks progress
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Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury announced on Thursday that the government is actively investigating potential misinformation regarding the Dubai labor market. Addressing concerns over visa renewals for Bangladeshi workers in the United Arab Emirates, the minister noted that diplomatic discussions are currently underway. He expressed optimism that a clear resolution and a definitive strategy to address these challenges will be established within the coming week.
Speaking to journalists following the inauguration of the Rath Yatra festival at the ISKCON temple in Sylhet, Minister Chowdhury emphasized the government’s commitment to expanding labor export opportunities in promising global markets. He reiterated that the administration is working systematically to identify and secure new avenues for Bangladeshi workers abroad.
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Turning to the welfare of the country’s tea garden workers, the minister outlined ongoing government initiatives aimed at improving their quality of life. He stated that efforts are focused on ensuring adequate housing, medical facilities, and educational opportunities for the workers’ children. Beyond cash wages, tea workers receive non-monetary benefits including rations and healthcare, alongside a long-standing practice of providing employment to family members of workers who are no longer able to work.
The minister underscored that wage structures for the tea industry are negotiated every three years between labor unions and owners to ensure fair compensation. He further asserted that all tea workers received their holiday bonuses during the recent Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid-ul-Adha celebrations, maintaining that the government remains dedicated to fostering a worker-friendly environment across the sector.
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Prior to his remarks on policy, Minister Chowdhury attended the Rath Yatra festival as the chief guest. Addressing the gathering, he highlighted Bangladesh’s enduring tradition of communal harmony, noting that the country’s strength lies in mutual respect and coexistence. He called for the continued protection of an environment where citizens of all faiths can observe their religious traditions without hindrance.
The event, which drew a wide array of religious leaders, local officials, and political figures, concluded with the traditional procession of the chariots of Lord Jagannath, Baladeva, and Subhadra. Following the ceremony, organizers announced that the festival would continue for nine days, featuring a series of religious discussions, devotional music, and the distribution of Mahaprasad.
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