He expressed optimism that Japan would provide substantial assistance for the Maheshkhali-Matarbari Development Project, which is estimated to cost USD 29 billion.
The chief adviser also held meetings with Japan’s major investment firms, the press secretary said, adding, “We received a positive response from them. We hope many large Japanese investors will come to Bangladesh.”
He further mentioned that Japan intends to recruit 100,000 skilled workers from Bangladesh over the next five years.
“As a result of this visit, I believe a new door has opened in Japan’s manpower market. Some agreements have been made in this regard.
Professor Yunus has already formed a taskforce to pursue this goal. With a coordinated effort, we may be able to send more than 100,000 workers,” he added.
Senior assistant press secretary Fayez Ahmed was also present at the press conference.