The International Labour Organization (ILO) has officially appointed Max Tuñón as its new Country Director for Bangladesh , marking the beginning of a new phase in the partnership between the UN agency and the Government of Bangladesh. Tuñón presented his credentials to Md Touhid Hossain , the Foreign Affairs Adviser, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Dhaka today.

Tuñón’s arrival comes at a decisive moment for Bangladesh, as the country navigates rapid economic growth alongside complex labour market challenges. With two million young people entering the workforce each year , the need for inclusive, safe, and dignified employment has never been more pressing.

“The urgency of the decent work agenda in Bangladesh is evident,” Tuñón said. “With two million young men and women

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