Education Minister Dr. A N M Ehsanul Haque Milan announced the government is developing plans to increase employment opportunities for young people with higher degrees and foster a suitable environment for research. He stated that the budget for the operation and research activities of universities has been increased. The announcement was made on Sunday, October 11th, following the 38th convocation ceremony of the Islamic University of Technology (IUT) in Gazipur's Boardbazar. Minister Milan emphasized the government’s commitment to addressing the employment challenges faced by graduates. These initiatives aim to align higher education with the demands of the job market and encourage innovation. Further details regarding the specific plans were not immediately available, but the Minister assured continued commitment to higher education development in Bangladesh. The government hopes these measures will lead to a more skilled and employed workforce.