The Federation of Eurasia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FECCI) is pleased to announce a strategic financial assistance initiative to support over 100 candidates across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region who have been impacted by the 2025 UK immigration policy changes.

Under this initiative, FECCI will provide up to 52% financial assistance from its Development Fund to eligible candidates enrolled in Skill Development Programs for Immigration.

This program focuses on candidates from Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Pakistan, and Indonesia, ensuring continued access to global career pathways despite policy disruptions.

Key Highlights:

• Support for 100+ candidates across APAC
• Up to 52% financial assistance
• Focus on immigration-focused skill development
• Dedicated support for those affected by UK immigration policy changes (2025)

Official Statement:

FECCI stated that this initiative reflects its commitment to empowering skilled individuals and reducing financial barriers for global workforce participation.

“Policy changes should not stop talent. FECCI is committed to ensuring that deserving candidates continue their journey toward international opportunities.”

List of Supported Candidates (100+)

Nepal

3. Mr. Suman Thapa
4. Ms. Anjali Gurung
5. Mr. Ramesh Karki
6. Ms. Pooja Rai
7. Mr. Bikash Shrestha
8. Ms. Nisha Tamang
9. Mr. Deepak Adhikari
10. Ms. Sita Magar
11. Mr. Prakash Bhandari
12. Ms. Kabita Lama
13. Mr. Roshan Acharya
14. Ms. Maya Khadka
15. Mr. Anil Poudel
16. Ms. Sarita Koirala
17. Mr. Kiran Basnet
18. Ms. Roshni Shrestha

Sri Lanka

19. Mr. Niroshan Perera
20. Ms. Dilani Fernando
21. Mr. Kasun Silva
22. Ms. Tharushi Jayasinghe
23. Mr. Chathura Bandara
24. Ms. Nadeesha Kumari
25. Mr. Lakshan Wijesinghe
26. Ms. Sanduni Peris
27. Mr. Dinesh Fernando
28. Ms. Imesha Silva
29. Mr. Sahan Gunawardena
30. Ms. Kavindi Rajapaksha
31. Mr. Ashen Rodrigo

Bhutan

32. Mr. Tashi Dorji
33. Ms. Sonam Choden
34. Mr. Karma Wangchuk
35. Ms. Pema Lhamo
36. Mr. Ugyen Tshering
37. Ms. Dechen Wangmo
38. Mr. Jigme Namgyel
39. Ms. Chimi Dema
40. Mr. Thinley Norbu

Bangladesh

1. Mr. Redwan
2. Mr. Safahat Rahman Shakib

Pakistan

41. Mr. Ali Raza
42. Ms. Ayesha Khan
43. Mr. Usman Tariq
44. Ms. Fatima Noor
45. Mr. Hamza Malik
46. Ms. Zainab Sheikh
47. Mr. Bilal Ahmed
48. Ms. Hira Khan
49. Mr. Saad Hussain
50. Ms. Mahnoor Ali
51. Mr. Imran Qureshi
52. Ms. Sana Iqbal
53. Mr. Danish Rauf
54. Ms. Komal Shah
55. Mr. Fahad Mirza
56. Ms. Rabia Aslam

Indonesia

57. Mr. Andi Pratama
58. Ms. Siti Aisyah
59. Mr. Budi Santoso
60. Ms. Dewi Lestari
61. Mr. Rizky Hidayat
62. Ms. Putri Wulandari
63. Mr. Agus Saputra
64. Ms. Intan Permata
65. Mr. Fajar Nugroho
66. Ms. Rina Sari
67. Mr. Yoga Prakoso
68. Ms. Citra Dewi
69. Mr. Hendra Wijaya
70. Ms. Maya Sari

Additional APAC Candidates

71. Mr. Arman Hossain
72. Ms. Priyanka Das
73. Mr. Rahul Sen
74. Ms. Nadia Rahman
75. Mr. Farhan Ali
76. Ms. Meherun Nesa
77. Mr. Sazzad Karim
78. Ms. Jannatul Ferdous
79. Mr. Kazi Imran
80. Ms. Rupa Akter
81. Mr. Shuvo Roy
82. Ms. Tamanna Islam
83. Mr. Salman Chowdhury
84. Ms. Oishi Rahman
85. Mr. Nabil Ahmed
86. Ms. Sharmin Akter
87. Mr. Arafat Hossain
88. Ms. Sumaiya Khan
89. Mr. Ashiq Rahman
90. Ms. Lubna Yasmin
91. Mr. Tariq Hasan
92. Ms. Farhana Islam
93. Mr. Zubair Ahmed
94. Ms. Nabila Rahman
95. Mr. Faisal Karim
96. Ms. Roksana Begum
97. Mr. Imtiaz Rahman
98. Ms. Sabina Yasmin
99. Mr. Junaid Hasan
100. Ms. Afroza Akter
101. Mr. Tanmay Roy
102. Ms. Sneha Paul
103. Mr. Vikram Das
104. Ms. Anika Sharma

Program Performance & Disbursement Status

FECCI is proud to report that 98% of the supported candidates have successfully received their financial assistance throughout 2025, demonstrating strong operational execution and commitment to timely support.

A small segment (approximately 2% of cases) is currently facing temporary banking and compliance-related challenges, primarily due to local financial system constraints.

Cases Under Resolution:

• Bangladesh
  • Mr. Redwan (currently facing banking-related processing issues within Bangladesh)
• Indonesia
  • Ms. Siti Aisyah
  • Mr. Budi Santoso
  • Ms. Dewi Lestari
  • Mr. Rizky Hidayat
  • Ms. Putri Wulandari
  • Mr. Agus Saputra
    (facing compliance-related issues with personal banking channels)

FECCI confirms that active measures are already in progress to resolve these issues in coordination with relevant financial institutions and compliance teams.

Thanks a lot

Jia Laxmi Obinmana (Nepal, Sri Lanka, and BD Country Director)