# Malaysia to Reopen Labour Market for Bangladeshi Workers in Late August

*Bangladeshi workers will soon have new employment opportunities in Malaysia as the labour market is set to reopen in the last week of August.*

August 4, 2026 · Jobs

Bangladeshi workers will soon have new employment opportunities in Malaysia as the labour market is set to reopen in the last week of August, following a bilateral agreement between Bangladesh and Malaysia. Prime Minister's Information and Broadcasting Adviser Dr Zahed Ur Rahman announced this development at a press conference, stating that the reopening will create fresh job opportunities for Bangladeshi workers in Malaysia. The government is committed to ensuring a transparent and accountable process for sending workers to Malaysia, addressing past issues such as irregularities, excessive costs, and harassment.

## FAQs on the Reopening of the Malaysian Labour Market

1. **When will the Malaysian labour market reopen for Bangladeshi workers?**
The Malaysian labour market is set to reopen for Bangladeshi workers in the last week of August.

2. **What opportunities will this reopening create for Bangladeshi workers?**
The reopening will create fresh employment opportunities for Bangladeshi workers in Malaysia.

3. **How is the government ensuring a transparent process for sending workers to Malaysia?**
The government is committed to ensuring that workers are sent to Malaysia through a transparent and accountable process, addressing past issues such as irregularities, excessive costs, and harassment.

4. **What steps is the government taking to support low-income families and ensure food security?**
The government has initiated several programmes to ensure an uninterrupted food supply and support low-income families, including the Food Friendly Programme and the Open Market Sale (OMS) programme.

## Sources

- BSS

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