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BUREAU OF MAN POWER,
EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING (BMET)
6 th Floor, 89/2, Kakrail, Dhaka-1000
Phone No: +8802-8300262
11/07/2024
The Director (Registration & Incentive – Commercial)
Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA)
Prime Minister’s Office
E-6/B Agargaon, Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, Dhaka-1207.
Attention: Deputy Director (R&I- Commercial)
Subject: Company’s comment as per remarks from BIDA for Visa Recommendation application of Mr.
Yoshihiro Hotta, (Passport No: TZ22195239).
(i) The reasons for extension of the work permit with the supporting documents.
Public Interest Foundation International Manpower Development Organization (abbreviated as IM Japan)
is a general supervising organization officially authorized under the Act on Proper Technical Intern
Training and Protection of Technical Intern Trainees (Act No. 89 of 2016). It accepts foreign technical
interns dispatched directly by the governments of Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Sri
Lanka, and supports and promotes the correct understanding and proper operation of the Technical Intern
Training Program for foreign nationals. IM Japan as supervisor organization who works in many ways
sending technical intern to Japan.
In Bangladesh, IM Japan has been conducting its activities by establishing the representative office in
association with Bureau of Manpower, Employment and Training (BMET). There are several projects
ongoing under this company. Mr. Yoshihiro Hotta (Passport No: TZ2195239) has been working in the
representative’s office as a General Manager since 2019. He is supervising the following activities
directly:
1. Support the smooth functioning of overseas office-related tasks.
2. Supervise the subordinates’ tasks, assist and encourage them.
3. Providing different types of training, pre-departure training, collective training, training
related to culture, training for master level skills to the local youths of Bangladesh.
4. Recruiting the Bangladeshi youths by which improve their technical skills as well as
technological skills and promoting the transfer of technical training between Japan and
Bangladesh.
5. Contributing and developing the enterprises in the respective countries that will promote
mutual business between Bangladesh and Japan.
At this moment, International Manpower Development Organization (Dhaka Representative Office) does
not have any replacement of Mr. Yoshihiro Hotta as a supervisor of the above works. The organization
doesn’t have any choice other than extending the work permit of Mr. Yoshihiro Hotta. Please consider.
(ii) A replacement plan of the foreign worker with a local worker along with supporting documents.
Around the world, International Manpower Development Organization (IM) Japan has 15 (Fifteen)
domestic offices and 5 representative offices. Most of these offices are managed by local human
resources. In Bangladesh, the following individuals are working under direct supervision of Mr.
Yoshihiro Hotta and have been learning several things continuously from his to be the successor of Mr.
Yoshihiro Hotta. As soon as the local human resources gets ready to play the responsibilities of the
General Manager, Mr. Yoshihiro Hotta will be replaced with a local worker.
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BUREAU OF MAN POWER,
EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING (BMET)
6 th Floor, 89/2, Kakrail, Dhaka-1000
Phone No: +8802-8300262
Sl.
No. Name of Local Employee Current Designation Joining Date
01 Mohammad Golam Kibria Bhuiyan Local Chief 1 st April 2018
02 Baharul Alam Bonny Admin Officer 30 th May 2022
(iii) Submit a plan with supporting documentation on how the foreign worker trains and develops local
worker as his successor
Mr. Yoshihiro Hotta is committed to training and developing local workers to succeed him, ensuring
sustainable growth for our company and the development of local talent in Bangladesh through the
following programs:
• Monthly Technical Workshops
• Mentorship Program
• On-the-Job Training
• Leadership Development
• Knowledge Transfer Sessions
• Progress Tracking
(iv) Submit a duly approved training manual having the evaluation method of the training for local
workers.
Our company appreciates BIDA’s dedication to developing local talent. Although we do not have a
formally approved training manual, we maintain a robust on-the-job training program that continuously
enhances our local workforce’s skills and knowledge. Our training approach is hands-on, where
employees gain practical experience under the guidance of an experienced General Manager, Mr.
Yoshihiro Hotta. This method ensures that employees acquire relevant skills directly related to their job
functions. Key components of our training program include technical skills development, mentorship,
and leadership and soft skills training. Employees work on real projects, learn advanced techniques, and
receive continuous guidance and support from their mentors.
While we do not have a formally approved training manual, our continuous on-the-job training program
and comprehensive evaluation methods effectively develop our local workforce.
(v) The experience and qualification of the position for which a foreign worker is appointed.
Regarding the experience and qualifications for the position held by Mr. Yoshihiro Hotta, we are pleased
to provide the following details.
Mr. Hotta has completed a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Josai University and another Bachelor's
degree in Foreign Language from Kanda University. These educational qualifications have provided him
with a strong foundation in both economic principles and language skills, which are crucial for his role.
Furthermore, Mr. Hotta possesses extensive practical experience in the related field, having worked in
various capacities that have honed his expertise and skills. His comprehensive educational background,
combined with his vast practical experience, makes him exceptionally qualified for the position he holds
in our organization.
(vi) The process and formalities with supporting documents observed in appointing the expatriate.
Mr. Yoshihiro Hotta as an expatriate in our organization, we adhered to all required procedures and
documentation. Initially, the Bureau of Manpower, Employment and Training (BMET) issued a Visa
Recommendation in favor of Mr. Hotta. Following this, he obtained A3 visa from the Bangladesh
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BUREAU OF MAN POWER,
EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING (BMET)
6 th Floor, 89/2, Kakrail, Dhaka-1000
Phone No: +8802-8300262
Embassy in Tokyo and subsequently arrived in Bangladesh. Upon his arrival, Mr. Hotta applied for the
work permit from the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) and was granted his first
work permit. All these steps were meticulously followed to ensure compliance with the regulatory
requirements for employing a foreign worker in Bangladesh. Supporting documents for each stage,
including the BMET Visa Recommendation, A3 Visa issued by the Bangladesh Embassy, and the work
permit granted by BIDA, are available for review.
(vii) The duly approved Service Regulation where provisions for appointing foreign workers are
described clearly .
Our organization does not have specific approved service rules. However, we strictly adhere to the
Bangladesh Labour Act 2006, Bangladesh Labour Rules 2015, and other applicable regulations of
Bangladesh when appointing foreign workers and managing subsequent employment issues. These legal
frameworks provide comprehensive guidelines and regulations that ensure compliance and proper
governance in the employment of foreign workers. Our adherence to these laws ensures that all
procedures are conducted lawfully and ethically, maintaining the highest standards in our hiring practices.
(viii) How the expatriate contributed to the Economy of Bangladesh in last 5 years with documentary
evidence?
Regarding the contribution of Mr. Yoshihiro Hotta to the economy of Bangladesh over the past five years,
we are pleased to provide the following information. Mr. Hotta, through his work with the International
Manpower Development Organization (IM) Japan, has played a pivotal role in training young people in
Bangladesh in various technical areas, languages, and cultural understanding. His efforts have included
arranging exams, overseeing the final selection of candidates, completing necessary documentation, and
facilitating their transition to Japan as skilled manpower.
Under Mr. Hotta’s leadership, 765 trainees have been selected from the grassroots level, and 606 of these
trainees have been successfully sent to Japan. This initiative has significantly contributed to the economy
of Bangladesh by enhancing the skill set of the local workforce, creating employment opportunities, and
fostering international labor exchange. The remittances sent back by these skilled workers also contribute
to the national economy, demonstrating the broader economic impact of Mr. Hotta's work. We have
comprehensive documentation of these activities, including trainee selection records, training schedules,
and placement details, to support these contributions.
Mr. Hotta’s efforts have not only advanced the careers of many young Bangladeshis but have also played
a substantial role in bolstering the country’s economic development. ggggggggggggggggggggggggggggg
It is a humble request to you that, please consider the above declaration from the company and approve
the Work Permit Extension application of Mr. Yoshihiro Hotta.
Yours sincerely,
____________________
Kuniaki Yoshida
General Manager (International Affairs Department)
International Manpower Development Organization, (IM) Japan