Malaysia to Reopen Labour Market for Bangladeshi Workers in Late August

Malaysia will start recruiting Bangladeshi workers for all sectors from the last week of August, according to Prime Minister's Adviser and spokesperson Mahdi Amin.

Sharmeen Akhter, a visually impaired woman from Satkhira, has finally been appointed as a junior officer at the Essential Drugs Company Limited (EDCL).

Bangladesh and Malaysia have held productive talks aimed at strengthening labour market cooperation, expanding employment opportunities, and enhancing manpower exports.

Bangladesh aims to secure more employment opportunities for its nationals in Brunei, with a focus on expanding market access for key products.

Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury announces a new 100-bed accommodation facility at the Hajj Camp for migrant workers facing flight delays or cancellations.

The Department of Social Services has extended the deadline for applications for data collectors and supervisors under the Family Card program.

A seminar on skill development and safe migration for foreign workers was held in Rampal to encourage youths to acquire necessary training for overseas jobs.

Bangladesh and Thailand are discussing the potential employment of around 10,000 Bangladeshi workers in Thailand.

The Bangladesh Public Service Commission has announced that 6,165 candidates have qualified in the written test of the 50th Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS).

Labour and Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury highlights ongoing reforms and international cooperation.

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam highlights Bangladesh's commitment to labour sector reforms during a meeting with ILO Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo.

The Chattogram Job Fair 2026, a significant event for students and job seekers, is set to take place on July 20 at Chittagong University.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has instructed the concerned authorities to prepare a comprehensive database of farmers by December to ensure government support reaches genuine beneficiaries.

Robi Axiata highlights governance and digital expansion as key to its sustained growth since its 2020 IPO.

Bangladesh witnessed a historic moment as Sheikh Hasina's nearly 16-year autocratic rule ended amid massive public resistance and significant sacrifice.

Lebanon and Israel have commenced a new round of US-sponsored direct talks in Rome, focusing on Israel's phased withdrawal from southern Lebanon.

To counter the recent surge in domestic prices, Bangladesh has imported 90 metric tons of green chilies from India, with more shipments expected.

Families of road accident victims in Jhenidah received financial aid totaling Taka 1.19 crore, highlighting the government's commitment to supporting those affected.

Nurul Islam Akand, father of BSS Senior Reporter Sayed Mohammad Pitu, passed away due to age-related health complications.

A highway police constable was killed in Kishoreganj when a truck overturned onto the police pickup he was in.

A landslide at an Orthodox monastery in Ethiopia's Amhara region claimed the lives of 14 worshippers.

State Minister for Information and Broadcasting Yasser Khan Choudhury has called for journalists' regional coordination to address Greater Mymensingh's long-standing issues.

A sweets manufacturer in Rajshahi has been fined Tk 15,000 for producing and selling products without proper certification and labelling.

State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj has called on Japanese investors to consider Bangladesh as a prime investment destination, citing its strategic location and economic potential.

Bangladesh and South Korea have signed a landmark Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) that will grant preferential tariff treatment to 97 percent of Bangladeshi goods entering the Korean market.

Toyota has raised its profit forecasts for the year, crediting the weak yen for helping it navigate global challenges.

British energy giant BP announced a significant increase in second-quarter profits, attributing the rise to heightened oil and gas prices due to the Middle East conflict.

German agrichemical giant Bayer reported a return to profit in the second quarter, driven by robust agricultural performance and reduced litigation expenses.

Greek firefighters are working to contain a massive wildfire on the outskirts of Athens, with over 500 firefighters deployed and more than 30 aircraft aiding the effort.

Guatemalan authorities have issued the country's second-highest emergency alert following a major eruption of the Fuego volcano.