In a video conference on Monday, he also asked the envoys to provide food assistance to the expatriates who are facing hardship due to the outbreak of coronavirus. Given the situation, if the workers have to return home, diplomatic efforts should be continued to ensure that they get their dues from the employers, the foreign minister told the envoys. He said that the government will provide assistance to the expatriates on a priority basis. Dr Momen also urged the expatriate Bangladeshis to support their fellow countrymen in distress. State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shahriar Alam and Foreign Secretary Masud Bin Momen participated in the video conference.

Source: Dhaka Tribune April 27, 2020 16:52 UTC