Bangladesh Aims to Tap Opportunities in Saudi by Training Skilled Workers
Bangladeshi recruiters are eagerly gearing up to capitalize on opportunities in Saudi Arabia as they embark on training programs to equip workers for filling vacancies in the Kingdom.
In the first half of 2023, over 225,000 Bangladeshis migrated to Saudi Arabia, continuing a trend that began in 2022 when the Kingdom recruited more than half of the Asian nation's migrant workforce.
A Skill Verification Program initiated earlier this year by both countries seeks to enhance the professional competence of employees in the Saudi labor market and facilitate the recruitment of skilled workers from Bangladesh.
Shameem Ahmed Chowdhury Noman, Secretary-General of the Bangladesh Association of International Recruiting Agencies, stated that the Kingdom has expressed a specific demand for a highly skilled workforce. In response, Bangladesh is actively working towards this objective by preparing certified skilled workers through over 150 technical training centers situated across the country.
The strategic partnership between Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia extends beyond migration and labor, as evidenced by the significant remittances received by Bangladesh from the Kingdom. In the 2022-2023 fiscal year, Saudi Arabia emerged as the leading source of remittances, with workers contributing nearly $3.8 billion, according to a report by the Bangladesh Bank.
The collaboration between the two nations reflects a mutually beneficial arrangement, where Bangladeshi workers find opportunities to contribute their expertise in the Kingdom's labor market, while Saudi Arabia benefits from a skilled and trained workforce to meet its economic and developmental needs. As both countries continue to foster such partnerships, the potential for growth and prosperity for workers and economies alike remains promising.
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