Bangladesh has urged South Korea to expand construction-sector jobs for Bangladeshi workers, with talks also focusing on EPS recruitment, technical training and Korean language skills.
DHAKA, October 20, 2026: State Minister for Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment Md Nurul Haque has called for expanding employment opportunities for Bangladeshi workers in South Korea’s construction sector.
He made the call during separate meetings with representatives of the National Employment Service Association of Korea (NESA) and the Construction Association of Korea (CAK) in Seoul on Tuesday, according to an official press release.
The discussions focused on expanding job opportunities for Bangladeshi workers, improving their technical skills and strengthening cooperation between the two countries in overseas employment.
At the meeting with NESA representatives, the state minister emphasised increasing recruitment of Bangladeshi workers under South Korea’s Employment Permit System (EPS).
He also called for greater cooperation in seasonal employment, Korean language training, technical skills development and vocational education.
Nurul Haque said Bangladesh was ready to develop skilled and trained workers in line with the requirements of South Korea’s labour market.
The meeting also discussed the need to ensure that Bangladeshi workers acquire practical Korean language skills and receive job-specific training before leaving the country. Such preparation would help them adapt more quickly to South Korea’s workplace environment.
The two sides also exchanged views on vocational training and the potential contribution of Bangladeshi workers to international development cooperation.
At the separate meeting with CAK representatives, the state minister urged South Korean construction companies to recruit more Bangladeshi workers and called for stronger links between the country’s construction industry and Bangladeshi workers.
He said Bangladeshi workers had experience in international construction projects and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring technical training and occupational safety.
Representatives of CAK and South Korean construction companies highlighted workplace safety, effective communication and specialised technical skills as important requirements for employment in the sector.
They also acknowledged the potential for employing Bangladeshi workers who have practical Korean language skills and relevant construction training.
Both meetings underscored the need for stronger institutional cooperation, better pre-departure preparation for workers and efforts to identify new employment opportunities.
The state minister instructed the Bangladesh Embassy in Seoul to maintain regular communication with relevant South Korean authorities to ensure the timely and effective implementation of the discussions.
The initiative aims to broaden access to South Korea’s labour market for Bangladeshi workers while improving their skills and prospects for safe and productive employment.
