Dhaka, March 11 -- Bangladesh's heavy dependence on overseas employment in the Middle East has come under serious threat amid the escalating war in the region, exposing the vulnerability of millions of migrant workers, particularly those engaged in low-skilled jobs.

Migrants and experts warn that if the conflict persists, new overseas employment opportunities could shrink while existing jobs may be lost, potentially slowing remittance inflows that are vital to Bangladesh's economy.

According to the International Organization for Migration (IOM), Bangladesh is the sixth-largest migrant-sending country, with over 11 million Bangladeshi migrants working worldwide.

Of the total, around 70 to 74 per cent are semi- or low-skilled workers, ac...