Senior reporter
Amid the tightening of immigration policies during Donald Trump's second term, a new opportunity might emerge for Bangladesh. Although the Trump administration is intensifying crackdowns on illegal immigration, there is a growing demand for skilled workers in the U.S. in sectors like security, construction, driving, and other service industries.
During a three-day conference, District Commissioners (DCs) and Divisional Commissioners pledged to address various administrative challenges at the grassroots level while also focusing on aligning development efforts with power redistribution.
The first District Commissioners (DC) conference of the interim government holds significant importance in the current administrative context. This conference will involve discussions between the DCs and various ministries, where important directions will be given. In light of the changed political scenario, special policy decisions and administrative directions are expected to emerge from this conference.
The Public Administration Reform Commission, formed by the interim government, has recommended that the Cabinet Department, being directly led by the head of government, take responsibility for implementing reforms as it is the most suitable entity for overseeing the process.
The process of appointments, promotions and transfers at the top levels of public administration based on the recommendations of a high-level committee led by the interim government's advisers has generated mixed reactions among officials.
Thousands of employees working on USAID-funded projects in Bangladesh face the risk of losing their jobs following a recent decision by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to cut or withdraw funding from several initiatives.