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DHAKA, Aug 10, 2026 (BSS) - A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed today between the Ministry of Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment and Janata Bank PLC, aiming to launch the 'Expatriate Card' for Bangladeshi citizens living abroad and those aspiring to migrate overseas.

This initiative has been undertaken as part of the ongoing efforts to facilitate financial transactions for expatriate remittance senders, bring them under banking services, and ensure various benefits for them.

Speaking as the chief guest at the event held at the ministry's conference room today, State Minister for Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Nurul Haque said, “Through the launch of the expatriate card, we are about to witness a historic and groundbreaking event.”

“The contribution of expatriate Bangladeshis is paramount in keeping the country's economy vibrant and strengthening the foreign exchange reserve. This digital expatriate card is being introduced to ensure overall protection for their lives, the security of their hard-earned money, and to simplify the transaction process in the country."

He expressed hope that through the expatriate card, expatriates will be able to enjoy faster and safer transactions through direct banking channels, as well as various government benefits more easily.

In his remarks as the chair of the event, the Secretary of the Ministry of Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Md. Mokhtar Ahmed said that the government's activities are progressing with great efficiency according to the time-bound specific plans and roadmaps. 

The government is committed to implementing every decision taken for the welfare of expatriates and the expansion of their benefits within the stipulated timeframe. Today's signing of this MoU is a clear reflection of that commitment.

During the event, Secretary Md. Mokhtar Ahmed signed the MoU on behalf of the Ministry of Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment, while the Managing Director of Janata Bank PLC Md. Mojibur Rahman signed on behalf of the bank.