Dhaka: Chief Adviser’s Special Envoy on International Affairs Lutfey Siddiqi today visited the National Skills Development Authority (NSDA) and joined a views-exchange meeting there. During the visit, he was informed of the ongoing skills development activities of NSDA, initiatives to develop a skilled workforce, and of the country’s overall skills ecosystem, said an NSDA press release.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Md. Mahmudul Hossain Khan, Secretary (attached) to the Office of the Chief Adviser, joined the meeting as the special guest with NSDA Executive Chairman (Secretary) Dr. Nazneen Kawshar Chowdhury presiding. Siddiqi emphasized the importance of modern, demand-driven, and regularly updated curricula to ensure workforce competitiveness in a rapidly changing global economy.
He stressed that strengthening Bangladesh’s skills ecosystem requires enhanced international cooperation, greater visibility of skills initiatives, and coordinated engagement among government ministries, departments, private sector stakeholders, and business bodies. Siddiqi further highlighted the necessity of a whole-of-government approach to building a skilled workforce, emphasizing that sustained collaboration and institutional commitment are essential.
Siddiqi provided strategic guidance on preparing skilled professionals for international labor markets, particularly in countries such as Japan, Singapore, and Saudi Arabia. He also stressed the importance of private sector participation in assessing market demand and ensuring the supply of skilled workers for both national and overseas employment. Members, directors, consultants, and officials of NSDA also attended the meeting.