Guardian Life, CliniCall team up to safeguard remitters

Guardian Life Insurance Limited has signed an agreement with health-tech company CliniCall Limited to introduce an innovative insurance and healthcare package exclusively designed for Bangladeshi remittance workers and their families.

Sheikh Rakibul Karim, additional managing director and acting chief executive officer of Guardian Life Insurance Limited, and Parvez Ahmad, co-founder and chief operating officer of CliniCall Limited, signed the agreement at the insurer's head office in Dhaka recently, according to a press release.

Commenting on the partnership, Karim said, "This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to delivering sustainable and accessible solutions for remittance workers."

"This initiative is a symbol of appreciation and respect for our brothers and sisters who tirelessly support their families and contribute to our national economy from abroad," he added.

Ahmad said, "We are delighted to combine medical services with Guardian's trusted insurance solutions. Through our shared mission, we aim to ensure that those in need experience accessible and affordable healthcare with financial security."

The partnership seeks to address the pressing health and financial protection challenges faced by millions of remittance earners who contribute significantly to the country's economy.

The newly launched package offers a comprehensive range of benefits, including life and health insurance coverage, unlimited doctor consultations through CliniCall, financial protection in case of job loss, and holistic healthcare support for families in Bangladesh.

Abdul Halim, head of microinsurance digital channel and ADC at the insurer; Md Naushadul Karim Chowdhury, vice-president of microinsurance digital channel and ADC; Saad M Milkan, head of business at the health-tech company; and Shaba Shams, head of technology, along with other senior officials from both organisations, were also present.