SANYO ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION INC.
BANGLADESH BRANCH: VENTURE TOWER, 6TH FLOOR, PLOT -3, BIR UTTAM A.K. KHANDAKAR ROAD,
MOHAKHALI C/A, DHAKA -1212, Phone: +880-2-222263361/62, Fax: +880-2-222283360
member of SUNTEC GROUP , Japan
SUNTEC is also known as ' SANYO ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION INC. ' in Overseas
Answers to the BIDA Queries for Work Permit Extension In favor of
Mr. RONALD NUEVA SIOJO , Electrical Engineer
( Passport No # P2805856C )
(i) The reasons for extension of the work permit with the supporting documents.
Sanyo Engineering & Construction Inc. is a Japan based construction company and in Bangladesh
there are several projects are ongoing under this company. Mr. RONALD NUEVA SIOJO was
working on these projects as an Electrical Engineer .
His work permit validity expired on 12 th October 2022 . The company tried to extend his work
permit several times but failed to extend. From then company continued corresponding with BIDA
regarding this issue. He has received his salary up to 31 st May 2023 . Then he is trying to cancel
his work permit. For this purpose, he needs to obtain the Tax Clearance certificate under Section-
91 of Income Tax Ordinance, 1984. But Tax office has refused to Receive the return as his work
permit validity had expired. So, after discussing with BIDA, the company decided to extend his
work permit up to 31 st May 2023. Without this extension, he cannot submit his return U/S-91.
(ii) A replacement plan of the foreign worker with a local worker along with supporting
documents.
Around the world, Sanyo Engineering & Construction Inc. has more then 10 (Ten) Branch and
Subsidiary offices. Mr. RONALD NUEVA SIOJO had joined in our company on 12 th October
2017 and here some local people are working in project under his supervision and getting on jobs
training from the foreigner. So, in this regard, we replaced the local employees in suitable position
as per based on employees’ experiences, skills with following the company’s policy.
(iii) Submit a plan with supporting documentation on how the foreign worker trains and develops
local worker as his successor
Training for Bangladeshi local staff at HQ Japan : Since 2018, after two years of establishment,
as a part of preparation for the expansion of the Bangladesh branch office, Sanyo Engineering &
Construction Inc. has been conducting technical and others relevant training in Bangladesh and at
HQ Japan as an intra-company transfer for engineers with excellent results, aiming to acquire and
improve technical knowledge of employees. Already Two staffs from Bangladesh Branch have
completed training at HQ Japan so far, and two staffs are currently undergoing training. (Total of 4
staffs). it seems to be that they will be capable to supervise the projects.
Japanese language training contents: The training at HQ Japan aims to acquire JLPT (Japanese-
Language Proficiency Test) N3 or higher and is based on learning to extent that smooth
communication with Japanese community shall be possible in project sites. It is also mentionable
SANYO ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION INC.
BANGLADESH BRANCH: VENTURE TOWER, 6TH FLOOR, PLOT -3, BIR UTTAM A.K. KHANDAKAR ROAD,
MOHAKHALI C/A, DHAKA -1212, Phone: +880-2-222263361/62, Fax: +880-2-222283360
member of SUNTEC GROUP , Japan
SUNTEC is also known as ' SANYO ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION INC. ' in Overseas
that Sanyo Engineering & Construction Inc. additionally provide Japanese language education to
multiple staff (with more than 2 years of experience) at the Bangladesh branch.
Technical training content : Regarding technical training, although it depends on the skill level of
the staffs, OJT (On the Job Training) at the construction sites is also conducted if the above JLPT
(Japanese-Language Proficiency Test) level is a certain level.
(iv) Submit a duly approved training manual having the evaluation method of the training for
local workers.
In Sanyo Engineering & Construction Inc. as it is confined into Electrical Work, Civil
Engineering & Painting Work in project so maximum trainings are provided through OJT (On
the Job Training) method. And for the evaluation of employees of this company, they follow
some appraisal systems where it is divided by 2 postures (Posture A and Posture B) and
immediate upper layer of supervisors and Country Head evaluate the employees’ working
capability and if any training is required further then Country Head takes initiative.
(v) The experience and qualification of the position for which a foreign worker is appointed.
Mr. RONALD NUEVA SIOJO has been completed his Bachelor of Science in Electrical
Engineering under Construction Engineering and he had sufficient working experience in
relevant field. So, the company had appointed him as the right person in this position.
(vi) The process and formalities with supporting documents observed in appointing the
expatriate.
At first, Sanyo Engineering & Construction INC published an advertisement in a highly circulated
newspaper asking application for the position of Mechanical Engineer. But it is a matter of sorrow
that the management of the organization could not appoint a person among the local applicants
who holds the minimum required qualification for the position same. Finally, the management had
decided to appoint Mr. RONALD NUEVA SIOJO at that time to play the responsibilities as
Mechanical Engineer in Dhaka Branch. All documents were duly submitted to BIDA during
obtaining the Work Permit of Mr. RONALD NUEVA SIOJO.
(vii) The duly approved Service Regulation where provisions of appointing foreign workers are
described clearly .
In Bangladesh, Sanyo Engineering & Construction INC. has introduced a Service rule for their
local employees. But there is not any special clause relating to the appointment of foreigners or
foreign employees.
SANYO ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION INC.
BANGLADESH BRANCH: VENTURE TOWER, 6TH FLOOR, PLOT -3, BIR UTTAM A.K. KHANDAKAR ROAD,
MOHAKHALI C/A, DHAKA -1212, Phone: +880-2-222263361/62, Fax: +880-2-222283360
member of SUNTEC GROUP , Japan
SUNTEC is also known as ' SANYO ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION INC. ' in Overseas
(viii) How the expatriate contributed to the Economy of Bangladesh in last 5 years with
documentary evidence?
Employing skilled manpower in the technical, construction section is essential. We have hired foreign
nationals as local employees can't meet the demand. On the other hand, skilled foreign nationals reside
on the company construction projects & Services whenever required.
This is an economic reality. We will have to accept this unless we find their local alternatives. The
former economist of the International Monetary Fund urged the government to be generous in issuing
work permits to encourage foreign professionals to work legally.
This will also ensure revenues for the government in the form of income taxes.
It should be noted that there were 17 persons who worked under Mr. Ronald and were trained by him,
which indicated the progress of Bangladesh's economy. These freshly trained individuals are also
demonstrating a tremendous achievement of government projects that are growing Bangladesh's economy.
We have attached Annexure 1 for details.
Yours sincerely,
____________________
YUICHI AKAGI
Country Manager
SANYO ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION INC.
SANYO ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION INC.
BANGLADESH BRANCH: VENTURE TOWER, 6TH FLOOR, PLOT -3, BIR UTTAM A.K. KHANDAKAR ROAD,
MOHAKHALI C/A, DHAKA -1212, Phone: +880-2-222263361/62, Fax: +880-2-222283360
member of SUNTEC GROUP , Japan
SUNTEC is also known as ' SANYO ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION INC. ' in Overseas Sanyo Engineering & Construction Inc.(Bangladesh Branch)
Projects Staffs list under Ronald Nueva Siojo
Sl NAME DESIGNATION Nationality DEPARTMENT PROJECT MOBILE EMPLOYEE ID
Worker & Staff Designated at Embassy Project:
No-01
1 Ronald Nueva Siojo Electrical Engineer Filipino Engineering EOJ 01723-025017 -
2 Saeed Ahmed Ansari Junior Manager(Electrical Engineer) Bangladeshi Engineering EOJ 01813-409392,
01758-480558 800022
3 Shahariar SHUVO Electrical Supervisor Bangladeshi Engineering EOJ 01737-552562 800037
4 Md. Atikur Rashid Electrical Supervisor Bangladeshi Engineering EOJ 01715-668555 800034
5 Aslam Electrical Supervisor Bangladeshi Engineering EOJ 01751-674976 800024
6 Arif Mahmud Faisal Supervisor(Electrical) Bangladeshi Engineering EOJ 019455999055 800100
7 Joyanta Roy Purchase & Logistic Staff Bangladeshi Logistic EOJ 01792740441,
01858278798 800092
8 Rummanuzzaman Chowdhury Store Keeper Bangladeshi Logistic EOJ 01836-592977 800010
9 Santosh Kumar Sarker Worker(Electrician) Bangladeshi Engineering EOJ 01758-098978 800048
10 Md. Mostak Worker (Electrician) Bangladeshi Logistic EOJ 01902-213351 800043
11 Md. Ashraful Islam Worker (Electrician) Bangladeshi Engineering EOJ 01721-271849 800045
12 Sree Horis Chandra Sarkar Worker(Electrician) Bangladeshi Engineering EOJ 01724-101726 800049
13 Md Baijid Hossain Worker (Electrician) Bangladeshi Engineering EOJ 01722-697475 800060
14 Akashul Islam Uzzal Worker (Electrician) Bangladeshi Engineering EOJ 01751-544734 800056
15 Prodip Mazumder Worker (Asst. Electrician) Bangladeshi Engineering EOJ 01623-694430 800094
16 Md. Jewel Rana Worker(Electrician) Bangladeshi Engineering EOJ 01714-786523 800069
17 Md. Ala Uddin Worker(Electrician) Bangladeshi Engineering EOJ 01750-563977 800041
18 Billal Mia Worker(Electrician) Bangladeshi Engineering EOJ 01761-901224 800042
Annexure 1