Malaysia's state Sarawak to recruit Bangladeshi workers

Malaysia's state Sarawak has agreed in principle to recruit more Bangladeshi workers, appreciating their contribution to the construction sector, while both sides explored expanding 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 here on Thursday.

During the meeting, both sides emphasised enhancing 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.

Both sides also discussed signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to regulate migration and explored another MoU in agriculture.

They further discussed potential collaboration in renewable energy, especially solar power, including knowledge and green technology exchange.

The two sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and maintaining regular communication to implement the outcomes of the discussions.