Bangladesh Eyes Manpower Export To Uzbekistan

Bangladesh and Uzbekistan have agreed to enhance cooperation across various sectors, with a strong emphasis on creating avenues for sending semi-skilled and skilled Bangladeshi workers to Uzbekistan.

The understanding was reached during a bilateral meeting between Foreign Affairs Adviser Md. Touhid Hossain and Uzbek Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov on Friday, held on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly (UNGA) at the UN Headquarters, according to an official message.

A key outcome of the meeting was the signing of a visa exemption agreement for diplomatic passport holders, which officials described as an important step toward fostering stronger diplomatic and economic ties.

Discussions also covered expanding collaboration in trade, investment, higher education, and connectivity. The Foreign Adviser highlighted the significant potential for Bangladeshi workers to contribute to Uzbekistan’s growing economy, while also pointing to prospects for Bangladeshi students to study in Uzbek universities.

Both ministers reaffirmed their commitment to further deepening the friendship and partnership between the two nations.