Albania Shows Interest in Bangladeshi Workforce

Albania Shows Strong Interest in Hiring Bangladeshi Workers

Albania has expressed keen interest in recruiting skilled and semi-skilled workers from Bangladesh to meet the growing labor demands of its expanding economy.

The proposal was presented by Albanian President Bajram Begaj during a meeting with Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly.

“We Need Workers For Our Country, And Several Albanian Companies Have Already Submitted Applications To Hire From Bangladesh,” President Begaj said. He also highlighted opportunities to strengthen bilateral ties, particularly in sectors such as tourism.

President Begaj added that Albania’s southern coastline holds promise as a potential new destination for Bangladeshi tourists.

Chief Adviser Professor Yunus welcomed the initiative, describing Bangladesh’s workforce as energetic, capable, and ready to contribute to Albania’s economic development.

He emphasized the need for smoother mobility between the two countries and requested that the Albanian government simplify visa procedures for Bangladeshi nationals. Currently, applicants must travel to New Delhi to obtain an Albanian visa.

In response, President Begaj noted that Albania is considering the introduction of an e-visa system for Bangladeshi citizens to streamline the process.

He also called for stronger institutional ties and high-level visits to enhance cooperation in labor and other strategic sectors.

Law Adviser Asif Nazrul, who oversees the Ministry of Expatriate Welfare, was present at the meeting and affirmed Bangladesh’s readiness to supply a broad range of manpower—from healthcare professionals, including doctors and nurses, to factory and agricultural workers.

He stressed the importance of signing a formal memorandum of understanding to facilitate the recruitment process and ensure mutual benefits.

President Begaj further announced that Albanian universities are open to enrolling Bangladeshi students through existing international education programs, presenting another avenue to deepen bilateral cooperation.

Senior Secretary for SDG Affairs Lamiya Morshed also attended the meeting, which concluded positively, with both sides expressing strong interest in advancing collaboration through practical, people-centered initiatives.