/ BIGSTOCKWe need to equip Bangladeshis with skills as per global demandOne of the proud features highlighted by the developing world is their young population. Migration is an ugly word these days though it is said that opportunities do exist for high-skilled individuals that plug the gaps. There are other gaps -- the ones for labour-intensive low-skill jobs, and governments are in a quandary with regards to how they can manage. The Asian Development Bank has set aside $200 million on skills training for seven sectors in Bangladesh. Had they been based in higher-income countries, basic wage structures would have allowed them a better way of life.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 22, 2019 17:48 UTC