Malaysian Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has hailed Bangladeshi Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus’s recent Kuala Lumpur visit as a “significant step forward” in strengthening bilateral ties, particularly in strategic and high-impact sectors. The visit saw the signing of five Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) and three “Notes of Exchange” covering defense, energy, halal products, STEM, research, education, semiconductors, and the blue economy. A landmark outcome was the introduction of a multiple-entry visa system for legal Bangladeshi workers in Malaysia, enabling them to travel home and return without reapplying for a visa. Ismail described the initiative as a gesture of gratitude for Bangladeshi workers’ contributions to Malaysia. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to deepening cooperation, while Malaysia reiterated its support for ASEAN peace efforts and international collaboration to address the Myanmar crisis and the Rohingya refugee situation. “These agreements are not just paperwork — they will directly impact people’s lives through job creation, skills development, and joint economic growth,” Ismail said, adding that mutual respect and trust will continue to propel Malaysia and Bangladesh as regional and global strategic partners.