State Minister for Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment of Bangladesh, Md Nurul Hoque, held separate meetings in Seoul on Tuesday with representatives of the National Employment Services Association of Korea (NESA) and the Construction Association of Korea (CAK).
The discussions focused on expanding employment opportunities for Bangladeshi workers and strengthening bilateral cooperation in employment services and manpower development, reads a press release.
During the meeting with NESA, the state minister stressed expanding job opportunities for Bangladeshi workers under South Korea’s government-approved Employment Permit System (EPS). He also emphasised exploring new areas of cooperation, including seasonal employment, skill development, Korean language education, and vocational training.
Praising South Korea’s remarkable achievements in industrial and human resource development, Nurul Hoque expressed Bangladesh’s keen interest in strengthening cooperation to produce skilled, qualified, and trained workers tailored to the demands of the South Korean labour market.
NESA highlighted its employment services, international development cooperation, the importance of Korean language education, and vocation-specific training, acknowledging the experience and contributions of Bangladeshi workers across various activities.
The discussion focused on enhancing practical Korean language proficiency, vocation-based training, and pre-departure preparation to help Bangladeshi workers successfully adapt to Korean workplaces.
In a separate meeting with CAK, the State Minister called for expanding job opportunities for Bangladeshi construction workers and strengthening communication and engagement with Korean construction companies.
Highlighting Bangladesh’s vast manpower pool and the international experience of Bangladeshi construction workers, he reaffirmed the government’s commitment to preparing workers through technical training, skill development, Korean language instruction, and occupational safety training.
Representatives from CAK and Korean construction firms exchanged views on manpower demand, workplace safety, and the importance of effective communication at construction sites. The discussions highlighted the potential for mutual cooperation in preparing Bangladeshi workers with practical Korean language skills and relevant professional qualifications to meet the needs of Korea’s construction sector.
Both meetings reaffirmed a shared commitment to strengthening institutional cooperation, ensuring thorough preparation of Bangladeshi workers, and exploring new employment opportunities. To ensure the practical implementation of decisions made during the talks, the state minister encouraged continuous communication and cooperation between relevant South Korean organisations and the Bangladesh Embassy in Seoul.
The talks were viewed as a positive step towards deepening bilateral cooperation in skill and human resource development for Bangladeshi workers. Both sides expressed their determination to advance this partnership with the shared goal of creating mutually beneficial opportunities and securing safe, fair, and productive employment for Bangladeshi workers.
