The New Nation - Internet Edition

BSS, New York

An enthusiasm has been created among expatriate Bangladeshis here following the Bangladesh government's decision to show special honour to the remitters. The expatriates are now collecting certificates against the money they have sent to Bangladesh as remittances. Sonali Exchange, an affiliated body of Sonali Bank, is the largest organisation of sending money to Bangladesh from the United States. It has seven branches in different cities of the US. The non-resident Bangladeshis are gathering in all the branch offices to collect the certificates. Besides, Placid Express, Janata Express, Rupali Express and Nano Money Transfer also send money to Bangladesh. They are also assisting the remitters in applying for special honour in Bangladesh. Recently, the government of Bangladesh announced special civic facilities for the expatriates who send remittances to the country.

To avail of the opportunity, one would have to apply in prescribed forms by July 31. In the US, the forms are available on the website of Bangladesh embassy.