Bangladesh: Labor recruiters plan to protest outside ministry building in Dhaka amid Malaysian Human Resources Minister visit June 2

Event

Around 2,000 recruitment agencies have called for a protest outside the Ministry of Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment building during the Malaysian Human Resource Minister Saravanan Murugan's visit to Dhaka June 2. Organizers are denouncing the minister's cap on agencies processing Bangladeshi laborers headed for Malaysia. The start time is unclear; the gathering may occur in the afternoon during a scheduled meeting between government officials. Dozens to hundreds of people may participate in the protest.

Security forces are likely to monitor the rally. Clashes may occur, especially if security forces attempt to disperse protesters forcibly. Activists may block or march on nearby roadways, prompting localized traffic disruptions. They may also rally at public squares in the vicinity, such as Ramna and Suhrawardy Udyan parks, if police prevent the gathering at the planned venue.

Advice

Avoid the protest due to possible clashes. If violence breaks out, leave the area immediately and take shelter in a secure, nongovernmental building. Plan for possible localized disruptions and allow additional travel time near the ministry. Heed all instructions from security personnel.