Malaysia's Sarawak to recruit Bangladeshi workers

Malaysia's state of Sarawak has agreed in principle to recruit more Bangladeshi workers, acknowledging their contribution to the construction sector, as both sides explored expanded cooperation in key economic areas.

The development came during a meeting between Bangladesh High Commissioner to Malaysia Monjurul Karim Khan Chowdhury and Sarawak Premier Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari at the Premier's Office in Kuching, according to a message received yesterday(16 April).

During the meeting, both sides emphasised strengthening cooperation in agriculture, renewable energy and labour migration.

The High Commissioner highlighted Bangladesh's strengths in agriculture and human resources, expressing interest in contributing to Sarawak's development through increased supply of skilled, semi-skilled and general workers.

The Sarawak Premier welcomed the proposals, particularly in agriculture and renewable energy key pillars of the region's development strategy and praised the role of Bangladeshi workers in the construction sector.

The two sides also discussed the possibility of signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to regulate migration, alongside another MoU on agricultural cooperation.

They further explored potential collaboration in renewable energy, especially solar power, including knowledge sharing and green technology exchange. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and maintaining regular communication to implement the outcomes of the discussions.