The government will provide financial assistance to Bangladeshi expatriates, living in some European and Middle East countries, as they are facing a precarious situation due to the crisis evolved over coronavirus pandemic.   Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Imran Ahmad said the government has taken necessary steps so that the Bangladeshi expatriates in different countries of Europe and Middle East get financial assistance to meet their emergency needs.  

Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen on Sunday expressed optimism that Malaysia would reopen its labour market soon as discussions are going on between the two countries.

Qatar has reopened its labour market for Bangladeshi workers after a closure for several months.