Kuala lumpur: Chief Adviser Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus today stated that Bangladesh’s economy has significantly improved over the past year, largely due to the remittances sent by expatriates. He made this statement during a view-exchange meeting with expatriate Bangladeshis at a hotel in Kuala Lumpur.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the Chief Adviser highlighted that during the tenure of the previous dictatorship, financial mismanagement led to empty banks and a collapsed financial system. However, the influx of remittances has revitalized the economy, bringing it back to a strong position. Dr. Yunus emphasized the critical role of expatriates in this economic revival and assured them that their voting rights have been secured, allowing participation in the upcoming elections scheduled for February. The Election Commission is actively working to facilitate this process.
Dr. Yunus also mentioned recent meetings with Malaysian businessmen and corporate entities, who have expressed their intentions to make substantial investments in Bangladesh. This potential investment is seen as a promising development for the country’s economic landscape.
Addressing the issues faced by expatriate workers, Dr. Yunus assured that the government is committed to resolving the status of those who have become irregular due to documentation issues. He encouraged Bangladeshis to ensure they have valid documents before traveling abroad.
The event was attended by Law, Justice and Overseas Employment Adviser Dr. Asif Nazrul, Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain, and was chaired by Bangladesh High Commissioner to Malaysia, Shameem Ahsan. Prof. Yunus is currently on a three-day official visit to Malaysia, following an invitation from Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar bin Ibrahim.