Yunus urges non-resident Bangladeshis to help reshape nation’s future

Highlighting the significant presence of the Bangladeshi diaspora worldwide, Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus has urged non-resident Bangladeshis (NRBs) to engage more dynamically with their knowledge, experience and investment, and to join hands in rebuilding the nation in line with people’s aspirations. “Look at the Bangladesh map in a different way. Bangladesh is truly spread all over the world. There is no distance between us. You are very much part of Bangladesh,” he said while addressing a large gathering of NRBs in New York on Saturday evening (US time). Prof Yunus acknowledged the invaluable contributions of NRBs, mentioning that their remittances have been central to strengthening the country’s economy. “Our economy had totally collapsed. Nothing was left. The economy kept...