The growing gap between education and the job market has become a major concern for the youth of Bangladesh, speakers said at a policy dialogue held in Chattogram on Wednesday. The mismatch is leading to growing discontent among the young generation, they added. The policy dialogue, titled "Youth Employment: Expectations and
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TIB for creating environment for youth employment
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