The process of sending Bangladeshi workers to Malaysia is expected to begin towards the end of this month, said Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury. He said the list of medical centres for sending workers to Malaysia will be published tomorrow. At the same time, strict action will be taken against anyone found collecting additional money or engaging in irregularities beyond the government-fixed cost of Tk 154,000.

The minister made these remarks on Sunday while responding to a supplementary question from NCP lawmaker Atikur Rahman Mojahid, representing the Kurigram-2 constituency, in the National Parliament.

In response to another supplementary question from opposition lawmaker Md Ruhul Amin of the Chuadanga-2 constituency, the minister said that arrangements have been made at every Bangladesh mission abroad to collect information and receive complaints to ensure the safety and welfare of Bangladeshis working overseas.

He said Bangladeshis facing problems abroad can submit complaints via email. Necessary action is taken immediately after receiving a complaint, and assistance is provided to the concerned individuals. Their family members are also informed of the necessary details. During the recent war in the Middle East, the government also monitored the treatment and medical expenses of Bangladeshis receiving treatment in various hospitals and conveyed information to their families.

In response to a supplementary question from ruling party reserved women's seat lawmaker Helen Zerin Khan, the minister said action is being taken against travel agencies concerned when allegations of fraud are received. Necessary action will also be taken if such complaints arise in the future.