Dhaka, Aug. 12 -- Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus has acknowledged the significant contributions of Bangladeshi expatriates in boosting the national economy through remittances, thanking them for helping the country recover strongly.

Speaking at an interaction with members of the Bangladesh community in Malaysia on Tuesday evening, Prof Yunus highlighted the interim government's efforts to enhance services for expatriates.

He listened to their concerns and assured them that the issues raised would be addressed.

Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Adviser Dr Asif Nazrul, Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain also spoke at the event. Bangladesh High Commissioner to Malaysia Shameem Ahsan conducted the session.

Prof Yunus ...