Bangladesh is working to transform itself into a regional aviation hub that will connect South Asia with the wider world, Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanam announced today. Speaking as the chief guest at an event titled "Saudia and HSBC: Powering Global Connectivity-Celebrating Saudia's Journey in Bangladesh," she highlighted the government's focus on modernising airport infrastructure, improving passenger services, and expanding international air connectivity.
Under the leadership of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, Bangladesh is entering a new era in its aviation journey, welcoming international airlines, financial institutions, and strategic investors to join in this transformation. Afroza Khanam also praised Saudia's 46-year service in Bangladesh, connecting millions of passengers and facilitating international travel for Bangladeshi workers, particularly for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims.
The event, attended by Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Investment and Capital Market Affairs Tanvir Ghani, Saudi Ambassador to Bangladesh Dr Abdullah ibn Dhafer ibn Ubayya, and senior officials of Saudia, HSBC Bank, and various organisations, stressed the need for further strengthening air connectivity, trade, investment, tourism, and people-to-people contacts between Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia. Speakers also discussed the aviation sector's growing role in expanding global connectivity and future cooperation prospects.
Establishing Bangladesh as a regional aviation hub is expected to enhance the country's role in global connectivity, boost tourism, and stimulate economic growth by attracting international airlines and investors.






























