Bangladesh seeks more Turkish tourists, tourism investment

The Bangladesh Tourism Board (BTB) is seeking to attract more Turkish tourists and investment in tourism infrastructure through stronger engagement with Türkiye.

BTB Chief Executive Officer Barrister Mutasim Billah Faruqui discussed the opportunities with Deniz Bulkur, Bangladesh’s Honorary Consul in Konya, Türkiye, at a meeting at the board’s office in Dhaka on November 8.
The discussions focused on promoting Bangladesh in the Turkish travel market and exploring investment opportunities in hotels, resorts and other tourism facilities.

Both sides discussed ways to showcase Bangladesh’s beaches, hills, forests, historical landmarks and archaeological heritage to Turkish travellers and wider international audiences.

Bulkur expressed optimism about encouraging more Turkish visitors to travel to Bangladesh, saying the country had considerable scope to promote its diverse attractions more effectively in Türkiye.

The meeting also explored prospects for Turkish investment in the development of Bangladesh’s tourism industry.

Faruqui said the meeting was held in line with directives from Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister M Rashiduzzaman Millat.

He said the BTB was working under the guidance of the minister and the ministry’s secretary to expand international promotion, increase foreign tourist arrivals and encourage investment from both domestic and overseas sources.

Faruqui also emphasised the importance of stronger international engagement and cooperation in developing the tourism sector.

Both sides highlighted the longstanding friendly relations between Bangladesh and Türkiye as a basis for closer tourism ties. They expressed hope that continued engagement would increase Bangladesh’s visibility among Turkish travellers and generate greater interest in investment.