After reports of executions of Bangladeshi nationals in Saudi Arabia, attention has turned to obtaining a complete list of Bangladeshis in detention. Rights groups and relatives say families often learn too late.

Government sources say the relevant authorities have been asked through diplomatic channels for the list and case details so that legal help can be arranged.

Migration experts say legal awareness before departure, quick contact with embassies and free legal aid for workers need to be strengthened.

Source: The Daily Star and other published reports — rewritten in our own words.