A majority of British Indians are in favour of the UK entering into a trade deal with India which supports and ensures a fair deal for Indian farmers, according to new research
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Ultimately, the recruitment of 100,000 workers presents both opportunities and challenges for Bangladesh. If Bangladeshis can understand Japanese work culture, then it's truly a blessing; however, misunderstanding or violating it poses a risk to the hard-earned trust that has been established between the two Asian countries.
Bangladesh's Record Remittance Flow: But Remittance Architecture Needs To Be Secure And Future-Ready
While FY25 has been a success story, sustaining this trend won’t be easy. Bangladesh’s remittance economy relies heavily on labor migration to the Middle East and Southeast Asia. However, labor demand in host countries is changing due to automation, nationalization of jobs (Saudi Arabia’s Saudization policy), and shifting immigration laws. The future of low-skilled labor exports is uncertain
The Indian Migrant in the Middle East: Between Institutional and Climate Insecurities
The question must be asked: has the Middle Eastern dream become an Indian nightmare? Migrant workers face compounding insecurities, with the confiscation of passports turning them into virtual hostages. Structural exploitation, poor working conditions, and the intensifying climate crisis disproportionately impact Indian migrants—many of whom are semi- or unskilled laborers from already vulnerable communities.
Modi's Visit Rekindles a New Era in India-Trinidad Relations And Cultural Renewal
This was no mere diplomatic courtesy call. India’s renewed outreach must be seen through the lens of historical connection and future potential. Nearly 44 percent of Trinidad and Tobago’s Indian diaspora traces its origins to the indentured labour system—deep roots that have flourished into rich cultural traditions shared in cuisine, music, festivals, and faith.
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