Dhaka, Jan. 8 -- Harassment of migrant workers at airports has decreased compared to previous years, though significant challenges remain, said Tasneem Siddiqui, Acting Executive Director of the Refugee and Migratory Movement Research Unit (RMMRU), on Wednesday.

"The level of harassment we used to hear about has reduced to some extent," she said.

Responding to a journalist's question at a press conference titled "The Dynamics of Labour Migration 2025 from Bangladesh: Achievements and Challenges," held at the National Press Club and organized by RMMRU, Siddiqui said several measures have contributed to the improvement.

"At present, a magistrate remains on duty at the airport round the clock, and in case of any irregularity, immediate ac...