Dhaka, Nov. 25 -- The government has officially started sending Bangladeshi workers to Malaysia who could not travel earlier despite completing all procedures.

The program targets workers who had completed all steps by May 31, 2024, but were unable to depart due to various issues.

The first batch of 60 workers left Dhaka for Malaysia under the government's initiative through Bangladesh Overseas Employment and Services Limited (BOESL).

Dr. Asif Nazrul, Adviser to the Ministry of Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment, was present at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to see off the workers.

He expressed gratitude to the Malaysian government and the efforts of the ministry's Chief Adviser in making the departures possible.

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