Dubai Taxi Company to Hire 6,000 Bangladeshi Drivers

The recent delegation visit from the Dubai Taxi Company to Dhaka signifies a strong and ongoing partnership between Bangladesh and the UAE in the labor sector. The company's clear interest in recruiting a substantial number of drivers from Bangladesh, specifically 6,000 this year, underscores the high regard for Bangladeshi workers' capabilities and dedication. Representatives from Dubai Taxi Company explicitly stated that Bangladeshi workers are given priority due to their "strong work ethic," a testament to the quality of labor Bangladesh provides to the international market. This sentiment is further reinforced by the fact that a significant portion of their current driver workforce, approximately 8,000 out of 15,000, are already Bangladeshis.

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Bangladeshi workers are given priority in recruitment due to their strong work ethic.

Minister Ariful Haque Choudhury's engagement with the delegation highlights Bangladesh's proactive approach to managing overseas employment. His assurance of full cooperation and necessary support from the Ministry of Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment is crucial for facilitating a smooth recruitment process. The minister's request to consider recruiting "white collar" workers, such as doctors and nurses, in addition to drivers, signals Bangladesh's ambition to diversify its export of skilled labor. This move would not only benefit the individual professionals but also enhance Bangladesh's reputation as a source of diverse talent.

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He also urged the delegation to consider recruiting "white collar" workers from Bangladesh -- including doctors and nurses -- alongside drivers.

A critical point raised by State Minister Nurul Haque Nur concerns the high migration costs, which often burden low-income Bangladeshi workers. His appeal to reduce these costs to within Tk 1 lakh is a vital intervention aimed at protecting vulnerable workers from exploitation and ensuring that migration remains a viable path to economic improvement rather than a source of crippling debt. This focus on affordability and worker welfare is a key aspect of Bangladesh's labor diplomacy, differentiating its approach from purely transactional recruitment models. The upcoming screening and interview process at the Bangladesh-Korea Technical Training Centre marks the next concrete step in this significant recruitment drive.

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Noting that these workers are largely from low-income backgrounds who often take out loans to fund their migration, he made a special appeal to the delegation to bring the migration cost down to within Tk 1 lakh.