Dhaka, April 27 -- Bangladesh is making concerted efforts to broaden its manpower export markets in European nations, including the United Kingdom, where there is significant demand in sectors such as hospitality and catering.
State Minister for Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment, Shofiqur Rahman Choudhury, has urged the UK government to relax visa restrictions for Bangladeshi workers, particularly those aspiring to work in the restaurant industry. The appeal was made during a high-profile dialogue organized by the UK's All-party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Bangladesh, where Choudhury served as the chief guest on Thursday.
The dialogue was also attended by notable figures including Bangladesh High Commissioner to the UK, Saida...