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Govt, IOM discuss stronger immigration, border management
Proposed 2027–2031 framework focuses on institutional capacity, digital systems, technology and inter-agency coordination
Daily Sun Report, Dhaka
Published: 04 Nov 2026, 12:02 PM
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The government and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) have discussed ways to strengthen immigration and border management in Bangladesh, focusing on institutional capacity, modern technology and coordination among relevant agencies.
The discussion was held in Dhaka on Wednesday (4 November), where the IOM presented its Strategic Framework for Immigration and Border Governance in Bangladesh (2027–2031), outlining potential areas of technical support and future cooperation in line with national priorities.
Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed attended the event as the chief guest, which brought together senior officials from the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Special Branch of Bangladesh Police and the IOM.
IOM Chief of Mission in Bangladesh Laura Tomm-Bonde, Additional Secretary Ziauddin Ahmed, Joint Secretary Rebeka Khan, Additional Inspector General of Police Md Kamrul Ahsan and Deputy Inspector General Md Moazzem Hussain attended the discussion.
Canadian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Ajit Singh and Italian Ambassador Antonio Alessandro were also present.
The discussions focused on facilitating legitimate travel and trade while tackling challenges such as human trafficking, cross-border crime and identity fraud.
Addressing the event, Salahuddin Ahmed said an effective immigration and border governance system was essential to safeguarding national security while facilitating legitimate travel and mobility.
The government was committed to strengthening institutions, improving coordination and adopting modern technology to address emerging challenges, he said.
Laura Tomm-Bonde said Bangladesh had made significant progress in developing its immigration and border management capabilities, adding that stronger systems, skilled professionals and better coordination would become increasingly important.
The proposed framework identifies four areas of potential support: integrated border management; digital systems and information sharing; capacity development; and infrastructure and services at selected border control points.
It also takes into account the government's Five-Year Strategic Framework for Reform and Development covering July 2026 to June 2031.
The IOM said any support would be guided by government priorities and requests, consultations with relevant institutions and available resources.