Bangladesh and Turkey have discussed ways to attract more Turkish tourists to Bangladesh and explore potential Turkish investment in the country's tourism industry, including hotels, resorts and tourism infrastructure.
The issues came up at a meeting between Bangladesh Tourism Board Chief Executive Officer Barrister Mutasim Billah Faruqui and Deniz Bulkur, Bangladesh's honorary consul for Turkey's Konya region, at the BTB office in Dhaka.
The two sides examined the current state and future prospects of Bangladesh's tourism sector, discussing ways to strengthen cooperation and communication between the two countries, according to an official press release.
Discussions also focused on promoting Bangladesh's tourism destinations internationally, emphasizing the country's natural beauty, beaches, hills, forests, and historical and archaeological sites.
Deniz Bulkur expressed satisfaction with the progress of Bangladesh's tourism sector and optimism regarding encouraging more Turkish visitors, noting that there is scope to present Bangladesh's potential more effectively in Turkey.
The meeting explored potential Turkish investment in Bangladesh's tourism infrastructure, including hotels, resorts, and related sectors, aimed at boosting foreign participation in the industry.
Barrister Mutasim Billah Faruqui stated that the meeting was held on the instructions of Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister M Rashiduzzaman Millat, adding that the board is pursuing various initiatives under government guidance.
He emphasized that international engagement and cooperation play a vital role in developing Bangladesh's tourism industry, helping attract foreign visitors and creating avenues for new investment.
Both sides concluded the meeting by expressing hope that they would maintain ongoing communication to promote Bangladesh as an attractive destination for Turkish tourists and foster new investment partnerships.
Why it matters
Bilateral discussions between Bangladesh and Turkey aim to draw foreign investment into tourism infrastructure and increase international visitor arrivals.