Bangladesh seeks reopening of Oman’s labour market

Bangladesh has discussed the possibility of reopening Oman’s labour market to Bangladeshi workers as the two countries seek to strengthen economic relations.

The issue came up when Al Sayyid Mohammed Salim Ali Al Said, a member of the Royal Family of the Sultanate of Oman, paid a courtesy call on State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam in Dhaka today, read a press release from the foreign ministry.

During the meeting, the state minister discussed ways to further strengthen Bangladesh-Oman economic ties, including the possibility of opening Oman’s labour market to Bangladeshi workers.

Al Sayyid Mohammed Salim Ali Al Said appreciated the valuable contribution of Bangladeshi workers to Oman’s development and economic activities.

He also noted that there is considerable scope for expanding mutually beneficial cooperation between the two countries.

Fathia Ahmed Al Balushi, Chargé d’Affaires a.i. of Oman to Bangladesh, and other members of the Omani delegation were present during the meeting.