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DHAKA, Dec 22, 2025 (BSS)- Bangladesh High Commission in Port Louis observed 
International Migrants Day and National Expatriates Day 2025, highlighting 
the vital contributions of Bangladeshi expatriates to host countries and the 
national economy.

The programme was held in Port Louis, Mauritius on Sunday while Muhammad Reza 
Cassam UTEEM, minister of Labour and Industrial Relations of the Republic of 
Mauritius, attending it as the chief guest with Bangladesh High Commissioner 
to Mauritius Dr. Zokey Ahad in the chair, said a handout here today. 

International Organization for Migration Chief of Mission in Mauritius Alia 
Hirji, permanent secretary of the Mauritian Ministry of Labour and Industrial 
Relations ZB Lallmahomed and Chairman of Al Ihsaan Foundation Shakeel Anarath 
were also present.
 
Messages from the Chief Adviser, the Foreign Affairs Adviser and the 
Expatriates Welfare and Overseas Employment Adviser of Bangladesh were read 
out by officials of the mission while a documentary on migration and 
expatriates was screened during the programme.

Speaking on the occasion, Minister Muhammad Reza Cassam UTEEM described the 
initiative of the Bangladesh High Commission as commendable and highly 
praised Bangladeshi expatriates for their contributions to the development of 
Mauritius.
 
He said his ministry is working to ensure the rights and privileges of 
foreign workers and expressed appreciation for the High Commission's role in 
caring for Bangladeshi expatriates.

In his remarks, High Commissioner Dr. Zokey Ahad congratulated Bangladeshi 
expatriates, describing them as "remittance warriors" for their significant 
contribution to Bangladesh's economy.
 
He urged expatriates living in Mauritius to work with dedication and honesty 
to enhance Bangladesh's image and said the High Commission remains committed 
to protecting the rights of Bangladeshi citizens.

The High Commissioner also encouraged Bangladeshi expatriates to exercise 
their voting rights by participating in the upcoming 13th Parliamentary 
National Elections.

About 250 guests, including senior dignitaries of the host country, civil 
society members, media personnel, members of the Bangladeshi community, 
expatriates, and officials and staff of the Bangladesh High Commission 
attended the programme.