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<title>Jet fuel price decreases by Tk22 per litre</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jet-fuel-price-decreases-by-tk22-per-litre</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Under the revised rates announced on Thursday, the price of jet fuel for domestic flights has been cut by nearly Tk22 to Tk205.45 per litre from Tk227.80 per litre ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 19:03:25 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
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<title>Flight&#45;missing Hajj pilgrims to get refunds</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ministry of Religious Affairs has issued a directive in this regard instructing Hajj flight operating airlines to refund airfares to pilgrims who had missed their scheduled flights for valid medical or emergency reasons ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 18:09:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Ministry, Religious Affairs, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, Saudia Airlines, Flynas Airlines</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt ensuring smooth Hajj travel: Minister</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Most of the Bangladeshi pilgrims have already reached Saudi Arabia safely, while the rest are expected to travel on schedule without any disruption ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 21:00:22 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam, Saudi Arabia, Manikganj</media:keywords>
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<title>Leading airline, airport brands in 2026</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Delta Air Lines leads the world’s most valuable airline brands in 2026, with United and Emirates close behind, according to Brand Finance ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 18:44:07 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Delta, airlines, airport, Brand Finance, aviation, Paris</media:keywords>
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<title>Third terminal: Second operator to be engaged for ground handling</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/third-terminal-second-operator-to-be-engaged-for-ground-handling</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ In October 2024, under the interim government, Biman Bangladesh Airlines was entrusted with ground handling operations at the newly constructed third terminal for an initial two-year period ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:50:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman, Bangladesh, Airlines, third terminal, ground handling, Sumitomo Corporation</media:keywords>
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<title>CAAB eyes Dec 16 opening of Dhaka airport’s third terminal</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-eyes-dec-16-opening-of-dhaka-airports-third-terminal</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ It would take at least three months to sign the deal after negotiations conclude, followed by a test run lasting between six months and one year ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:06:03 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CAAB, ATJFB, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, December 16, Victory Day, Japan</media:keywords>
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<title>Oman Air honours top agents in BD ahead of daily flight launch</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/oman-air-honours-top-agents-in-bd-ahead-of-daily-flight-launch</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Oman Air will commence daily flights to/from Dhaka starting May 2 in an effort to enhance connectivity and provide more convenience for passengers traveling between Bangladesh and Oman ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:02:41 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Oman Air, agent, bangladesh, Agent Excellence Award 2026, travel agents</media:keywords>
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<title>Schengen embassies warn Bangladeshi visa holders to stick to declared travel plans</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/schengen-embassies-warn-bangladeshi-visa-holders-to-stick-to-declared-travel-plans</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/schengen-embassies-warn-bangladeshi-visa-holders-to-stick-to-declared-travel-plans</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The embassies also cautioned that any deviation from the declared itinerary could negatively affect future visa applications to Schengen countries ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:26:22 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Shengen, visa, applicant, travel plan, Bangladeshi, traveller, visa rules, entry conditions, compliance</media:keywords>
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<title>Thai Airways rules out permanent route cuts</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/thai-airways-rules-out-permanent-route-cuts</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Jet fuel prices rose from approximately $90 per barrel before the end of February 2026 to a peak of around $240 at present, nearly tripling ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 16:19:55 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Thai Airways, Transport Ministry, adjust, strategy, consolidate, services, efficiency</media:keywords>
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<title>What I see flying over global cities</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/what-i-see-flying-over-global-cities</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ As a pilot who flies the Boeing 787 Dreamliner from London to many of the world’s largest and best-known metropolises, it’s hard to say which I love more: Airplanes or cities? ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:23:12 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>London, Jeddah, Vancouver, Cape Town, Tokyo, Boston, World&#039;s Pilot Day</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt eyes reopening northern airports to spur growth, exports</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-eyes-reopening-northern-airports-to-spur-growth-exports</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-eyes-reopening-northern-airports-to-spur-growth-exports</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ With an aim to unlock regional economic potential through improved connectivity and faster logistics ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:14:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bogura, thakurgaon, lalmonirhat, CAAB, PM, Tarique Rahman</media:keywords>
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<title>Oman Air to operate daily flights to Dhaka from May 1</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/oman-air-to-operate-daily-flights-to-dhaka-from-may-1-546</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ On selected days it will deploy its Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, offering passengers 30 luxurious business class and 258 spacious economy class seats in a comfortable two-class cabin layout ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:26:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Oman Air, Dhaka, dreamliner, Muscat, Bangladesh, London, Paris, Frankfurt, Munich, Rome, Milan, Zurich, Istanbul, Moscow, Copenhagen</media:keywords>
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<title>US&#45;Bangla resumes full ME operations as conditions improve</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-resumes-full-me-operations-as-conditions-improve</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-bangla-resumes-full-me-operations-as-conditions-improve</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The carrier said services had been affected since late February due to ongoing conflict and related restrictions in parts of the Middle East, which also disrupted schedules for multiple international airlines ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:17:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Muscat, Doha, Riyadh, Jeddah, US-Bangla, Riyadh</media:keywords>
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<title>Jet fuel supplies are falling behind: What does it mean for airlines and travelers?</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jet-fuel-supplies-are-falling-behind-what-does-it-mean-for-airlines-and-travelers</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Jet fuel — a refined kerosene-based oil product — is airlines’ biggest cost, making up about 30% of overall expenses ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 20:32:19 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>jet, fuel, airline, traveler, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Airport revival master plan to boost tourism, connectivity</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airport-revival-master-plan-to-boost-tourism-connectivity</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airport-revival-master-plan-to-boost-tourism-connectivity</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The plan will begin with reopening selected dormant airports, followed by runway expansion, terminal upgrades and the installation of modern safety and navigation systems ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:11:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>airport, abandoned airport, Ishwardi, Thakurgaon, Lalmonirhat, Bogura, Shamshernagar, Cumilla, Tejgaon</media:keywords>
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<title>Afroza inaugurates &amp;apos;Makkah Route&amp;apos; to ease Hajj travel</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/afroza-inaugurates-makkah-route-to-ease-hajj-travel</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/afroza-inaugurates-makkah-route-to-ease-hajj-travel</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The &quot;Makkah Route&quot; initiative, introduced by Saudi Arabia&#039;s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, enables pilgrims to complete immigration, passport verification and health checks in their home country prior to departure, significantly easing travel procedures ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:04:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam, state minister, Md Rashiduzzaman Millat, Makkah Route</media:keywords>
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<title>State support for Biman draws criticism from private operators</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/state-support-for-biman-draws-criticism-from-private-operators</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/state-support-for-biman-draws-criticism-from-private-operators</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Private carriers slam subsidized airline fares after 115% jet fuel hike, demand level playing field ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 17:30:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman, private operator, jet fuel, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>‘Systemic’ jet fuel crisis hits Europe, threatening summer flights</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/systemic-jet-fuel-crisis-hits-europe-threatening-summer-flights</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/systemic-jet-fuel-crisis-hits-europe-threatening-summer-flights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The shortage has already triggered severe economic consequences ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:49:01 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>jet fuel, aviation, Europe, EU, Middle East, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Closed domestic airports&amp;apos; reopening stressed to spur tourism</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/closed-domestic-airports-reopening-stressed-to-spur-tourism</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/closed-domestic-airports-reopening-stressed-to-spur-tourism</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The proposal is reopening long-idle Shamshernagar Airport and reviving regional facilities in Bogura, Lalmonirhat and Ishwardi. If brought back into service in a planned way ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:40:23 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>closed airport, Lalmonirhat, Bogura, Ishwardi, Bangladesh, travel mart</media:keywords>
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<title>Cox’s Bazar airport to go global within months: Minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/coxs-bazar-airport-to-go-global-within-months-minister</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/coxs-bazar-airport-to-go-global-within-months-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The airport has already received certification from the International Civil Aviation Organisation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:21:04 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Cox&#039;s Bazar, airport, minister, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>1,060 ME&#45;bound flights cancelled from Dhaka in six weeks</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/1060-me-bound-flights-cancelled-from-dhaka-in-six-weeks</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Flight cancellation affecting outbound travel and migrant workers significantly ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:39:05 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Middle East, flight, aviation, Dhaka, HSIA</media:keywords>
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<title>Mideast ceasefire eases pressure on Ctg airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mideast-ceasefire-eases-pressure-on-ctg-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mideast-ceasefire-eases-pressure-on-ctg-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Despite the setbacks, overall activity showed signs of recovery ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 15:10:35 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, airport, Chattogram, SAIA, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Jet fuel prices hiked again amid Mideast war</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jet-fuel-prices-hiked-again-amid-mideast-war</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/jet-fuel-prices-hiked-again-amid-mideast-war</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The rising cost of jet fuel is expected to put additional pressure on airlines ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:33:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>jet, fuel, Middle East, war, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Two Japanese airports likely to operate HSIA T3</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/two-japanese-airports-likely-to-operate-hsia-t3</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/two-japanese-airports-likely-to-operate-hsia-t3</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Haneda and Narita operators might be given the mandate to manage the facility under a 15-year deal ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:18:33 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>third terminal</media:keywords>
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<title>Dhaka to urge Delhi for visa resumption</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-to-urge-delhi-for-visa-resumption</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-to-urge-delhi-for-visa-resumption</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Officials indicate that the foreign minister&#039;s New Delhi visit on Tuesday will carry significant implications for aviation connectivity and cross-border travel flows ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 20:18:47 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>india, bangladesh, visa, connectivity, New Delhi, aviation, tourism, Dr S Jaishankar, Ajit Doval</media:keywords>
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<title>Third Terminal agreement uncertain as revenue dispute deepens</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/third-terminal-agreement-uncertain-as-revenue-dispute-deepens</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/third-terminal-agreement-uncertain-as-revenue-dispute-deepens</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ At the heart of the impasse lies a revised financial proposal from the Japanese consortium, which is seeking 22.5% of per-passenger revenue during the initial five years of operation, with the share potentially rising to 27% ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 14:57:37 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Anindya Arif</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Bangladesh, CAAB, Sumitomo Corporation, Sojitz Corporation, Aviation, airport</media:keywords>
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<title>HSIA third terminal deal nears as 3 April talks loom</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hsia-third-terminal-deal-nears-as-3-april-talks-loom</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/hsia-third-terminal-deal-nears-as-3-april-talks-loom</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The consortium has addressed Dhaka’s concerns by revising service charges, operational control and revenue sharing—issues that had stalled progress ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:24:08 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>HSIA, third terminal, consortium, Civil Aviation, Tourism Minister, Afroza Khanom Rita, State Minister, M Rashiduzzaman Millat</media:keywords>
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<title>UAE bans Iranians from entry, transit</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uae-bans-iranians-from-entry-transit</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uae-bans-iranians-from-entry-transit</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Dubai-based airline Emirates announced on its website on Wednesday that Iranian citizens are not allowed to enter or transit UAE amid heightened tensions between Iran and Gulf states ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:36:23 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>UAE carrier, Flydubai, United States, Israel, Iran, Dubai, Abu Dhabi</media:keywords>
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<title>Afroza stresses passenger service for Biman&amp;apos;s revival</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/civil-aviation-minister-places-passenger-service-at-the-heart-of-bimans-revival-strategy</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/civil-aviation-minister-places-passenger-service-at-the-heart-of-bimans-revival-strategy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The minister highlights the importance of customer service. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:34:06 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Biman, Bangladesh, Balaka, Civil Aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>ME conflict cancels 201 flights in a month at Ctg airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/me-conflict-cancels-201-flights-in-a-month-at-ctg-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/me-conflict-cancels-201-flights-in-a-month-at-ctg-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Flights operated by SalamAir, AirArabia, and US-Bangla Airlines on routes connecting Sharjah, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi with Chattogram continue to remain suspended without any change ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 15:28:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Shah Amanat International Airport, Chattogram, flight cancellation, Middle East, SalamAir, AirArabia, US-Bangla Airlines</media:keywords>
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<title>Domestic airfares rise following jet fuel price hike</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airfares-increase-on-various-routes-from-dhaka-following-jet-fuel-price-hike</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/airfares-increase-on-various-routes-from-dhaka-following-jet-fuel-price-hike</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Airfares from Dhaka rise by Tk 1,000–1,200 on domestic routes ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 16:46:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Dhaka, Bangladesh, airfare, jet fuel</media:keywords>
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<title>Next&#45;gen border tech to speed up airport processing worldwide</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/next-gen-border-tech-to-speed-up-airport-processing-worldwide</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/next-gen-border-tech-to-speed-up-airport-processing-worldwide</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ ICAO’s upgraded system enables instant passport checks and remote verification to reduce queues ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:06:38 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>PKD, ICAO, traveller, airlines, airports, check-in, boarding, immigration</media:keywords>
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<title>Expats to get two special flights on Dhaka&#45;Bahrain route</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/expats-to-get-two-special-flights-on-dhaka-bahrain-route</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/expats-to-get-two-special-flights-on-dhaka-bahrain-route</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Bangladesh Embassy in Manama has requested Bangladeshis wishing to travel to Dhaka or return to Dammam via these flights to register through Google Forms ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:42:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, Dhaka, Bahrain, Gulf Air</media:keywords>
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<title>Free Wi&#45;Fi set to expand across key airports</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/free-wi-fi-set-to-expand-across-key-airports</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/free-wi-fi-set-to-expand-across-key-airports</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Work is underway to make the facility operational as soon as possible ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:41:00 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Wi-Fi, airport, Bangladesh, HSIA</media:keywords>
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<title>US Embassy clarifies why it suspended immigrant visas for Bangladeshis</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-clarifies-why-it-suspended-immigrant-visas-for-bangladeshis</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-clarifies-why-it-suspended-immigrant-visas-for-bangladeshis</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The embassy said the decision was made to ensure that immigrants do not become a financial burden on American taxpayers as a comparatively high number of Bangladeshi immigrants rely on US govt assistance programmes ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:16:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>US embassy, dhaka, bangladesh, immigrant, American, taxpayers</media:keywords>
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<title>Pakistan eyes Dhaka–Lahore flights, aviation cooperation</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pakistan-eyes-dhakalahore-flights-aviation-cooperation</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pakistan-eyes-dhakalahore-flights-aviation-cooperation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ During the talks, both sides emphasized strengthening, diversifying and expanding existing bilateral relations between Bangladesh and Pakistan ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:50:18 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Pakistan, bangladesh, dhaka, lahore, minister, state minister, Civil Aviation, Tourism Minister, Afroza Khanam</media:keywords>
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<title>Afroza stresses better services visiting Dhaka airport on Eid day</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/afroza-stresses-better-services-visiting-dhaka-airport-on-eid-day</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/afroza-stresses-better-services-visiting-dhaka-airport-on-eid-day</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The minister visited different key areas of the airport and reviewed its overall operations during the inspection ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 21:57:59 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation, HSIA, passenger, services, Eid-ul-Fitr, CAAB, airport</media:keywords>
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<title>US Embassy issues advisory on visa interview preparation, financial means</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-issues-advisory-on-visa-interview-preparation-financial-means</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/us-embassy-issues-advisory-on-visa-interview-preparation-financial-means</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The embassy  advised prospective travelers to the US to ensure they have sufficient financial resources and proper documentation ahead of visa interviews ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 19:25:54 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>USA, visa, advisory, embassy, Dhaka, travel, applicants</media:keywords>
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<title>186 Bangladeshis evacuated from Iran to return home</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/186-bangladeshis-evacuated-from-iran-to-return-home</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/186-bangladeshis-evacuated-from-iran-to-return-home</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The evacuees crossed the Iran–Azerbaijan border by land before boarding a special Biman Bangladesh flight from Baku, Azerbaijan ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 03:49:50 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Evacuated, Iran, Bangladesh, Baku, Azerbaijan, Tehran, Ankara, New Delhi, Geneva</media:keywords>
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<title>UAE reopens airspace after ensuring safety, security</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uae-reopens-airspace-after-ensuring-safety-security</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uae-reopens-airspace-after-ensuring-safety-security</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Earlier in the day, UAE authorities temporarily closed the country&#039;s airspace as an exceptional precautionary measure aimed at ensuring the safety of flights and air crews and safeguarding the UAE’s territory amid rapidly evolving regional security developments ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:45:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>GCAA, UAE, airspace, flight schedules, flight crew</media:keywords>
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<title>Flight suspensions continue in Dhaka as 26 More cancelled, total hits 557</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/flight-suspensions-continue-in-dhaka-as-26-more-cancelled-total-hits-557</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/flight-suspensions-continue-in-dhaka-as-26-more-cancelled-total-hits-557</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Travelers at Shahjalal expressed frustration over prolonged uncertainty. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:44:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation, Middle East, Dhaka, HSIA</media:keywords>
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<title>PM inaugurates free Wi&#45;Fi service at Saidpur airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-inaugurates-free-wi-fi-service-at-saidpur-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-inaugurates-free-wi-fi-service-at-saidpur-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The service was officially inaugurated on Monday by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman during a brief stopover at Saidpur Airport while returning to Dhaka after a visit to Dinajpur ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:11:47 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Saidpur, Airport, Dhaka, Dinajpur, Wi-Fi, Cox’s Bazar, Rajshahi</media:keywords>
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<title>Midnight airport visit by state minister to review passenger services</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/midnight-airport-visit-by-state-minister-to-review-passenger-services</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/midnight-airport-visit-by-state-minister-to-review-passenger-services</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ State Minister conducts surprise midnight inspection at Dhaka airport. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:01:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation, HSIA, Bangladesh, passenger</media:keywords>
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<title>Dhaka records 539 Middle East flights in 16 days</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-records-539-middle-east-flights-in-16-days</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/dhaka-records-539-middle-east-flights-in-16-days</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Flight operations increased steadily from six services on 28 February to a planned 49 flights on 15 March. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 21:57:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>HSIA, Eid, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Muscat, flights, Muscat, the UAE</media:keywords>
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<title>Mirza Abbas on air ambulance to Singapore for treatment</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mirza-abbas-on-air-ambulance-to-singapore-for-treatment</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mirza-abbas-on-air-ambulance-to-singapore-for-treatment</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The specialised medical aircraft arrived in Dhaka earlier at 9:10 am to transport the senior politician. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 21:43:03 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>3 female US&#45;Bangla employees win AviaTour icon awards</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/3-female-us-bangla-employees-win-aviatour-icon-awards</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/3-female-us-bangla-employees-win-aviatour-icon-awards</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The programme was organised by Aviation and Tourism Journalist Association of Bangladesh to mark International Women&#039;s Day ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 20:54:21 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation, Tourism, state minister, Rashiduzzaman Millat, minister, Aviateur Women&#039;s Icon Award</media:keywords>
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<title>Minister inspects VVIP, domestic terminals at HSIA</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/minister-inspects-vvip-domestic-terminals-at-hsia</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/minister-inspects-vvip-domestic-terminals-at-hsia</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Aviation minister inspected VVIP and domestic terminals to review operations and passenger services ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 20:27:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Afroza</media:keywords>
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<title>Qatar Airways brings back 430 stranded Bangladeshis</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/qatar-airways-brings-back-430-stranded-bangladeshis</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/qatar-airways-brings-back-430-stranded-bangladeshis</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The flight landed at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport at 7:10pm on Friday, according to the airport’s Executive Director Group Captain Ragib Samad ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 19:59:39 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladeshi, HSIA, Middle East, Iran, Israel, Qatari authorities, Qatar Airways</media:keywords>
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<title>Women shaping Bangladesh’s aviation, tourism sectors: Millat</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/women-shaping-bangladeshs-aviation-tourism-sectors-millat-237</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/women-shaping-bangladeshs-aviation-tourism-sectors-millat-237</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ He said women are now actively serving in a wide range of roles across the industry, including pilots, air traffic controllers, aviation engineers, cabin crew, airport managers and tourism entrepreneurs ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 19:24:53 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ATJFB, state minister, M Rashiduzzaman Millat, aviation, tourism, award</media:keywords>
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<title>10 women honoured with ATJFB AviaTour Women’s Icon Award 2026</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/10-women-honoured-with-atjfb-aviatour-womens-icon-award-2026</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/10-women-honoured-with-atjfb-aviatour-womens-icon-award-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ State Minister for Civil Aviation and Tourism M Rashiduzzaman Millat attended the event as chief guest and handed over the awards to the recipients ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 18:31:02 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Air Astra, M Rashiduzzaman Millat, Novoair, US-Bangla Airlines, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, culinary tourism, Royal Arsalan’s</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt issues guidelines on visa extension for stranded Mideast expats</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-issues-guidelines-on-visa-extension-for-stranded-mideast-expats-230</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-issues-guidelines-on-visa-extension-for-stranded-mideast-expats-230</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A large number of expatriates who had returned to Bangladesh on leave are now facing difficulties in travelling back to their workplaces, with some of their visas already expired or close to expiry ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 15:43:06 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment Ministry, Kuwait, Qatar, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh, Japan restart HSIA terminal 3 talks</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-japan-restart-hsia-terminal-3-talks</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-japan-restart-hsia-terminal-3-talks</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The meeting marks the first formal round of negotiations between Bangladesh and the Japanese partners under the current BNP-led government ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:19:42 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>HSIA, Japan, Bangladesh, airport, terminal</media:keywords>
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<title>5 more flights cancelled at Chattogram airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/5-more-flights-cancelled-at-chattogram-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/5-more-flights-cancelled-at-chattogram-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has disrupted air operations at several regional airports including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Doha ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:04:56 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ME conflict, flight, cancel, Chattogram, airlines, biman, US-Bangla</media:keywords>
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<title>CAAB chairman inspects Chattogram airport ahead of ICAO audit</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-chairman-inspects-chattogram-airport-ahead-of-icao-audit</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/caab-chairman-inspects-chattogram-airport-ahead-of-icao-audit</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ He visited the airport in preparation for the upcoming 2026 audit by the International Civil Aviation Organization ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:02:37 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>CAAB, Chairman, Air Vice Marshal Mohammad Mostafa Mahmud Siddiq, ICAO, Civil Aviation Organisation</media:keywords>
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<title>391 flights cancelled in 12 days at HSIA</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/391-flights-cancelled-in-12-days-at-hsia</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/391-flights-cancelled-in-12-days-at-hsia</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Security situation in Middle East has forced cancellation of 391 flights from Dhaka airport since February 28, affecting thousands of Bangladeshi passengers travelling to Gulf region ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:46:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Middle East, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, Jordan</media:keywords>
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<title>Asia dominates global aviation in 2025: OAG</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/asia-dominates-global-aviation-in-2025-oag</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/asia-dominates-global-aviation-in-2025-oag</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Hong Kong-Taipei sector retained its crown as the world’s busiest international route for a second consecutive year, with airlines offering 6.83 million two-way seats—a modest increase from 2024. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 02:33:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Tourism faces uncertainty amid escalating Middle East conflict</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tourism-sector-faces-uncertainty-amid-escalating-middle-east-conflict</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/tourism-sector-faces-uncertainty-amid-escalating-middle-east-conflict</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ According to aviation tracking service Flightradar24, about 21,300 flights have been cancelled at seven key airports, including Dubai International Airport, Hamad International Airport and Zayed International Airport, since the strikes began. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 15:39:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Middle East, Tourism, conflict, aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>Conflict&#45;hit Bangladeshis return home 4 days late</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/conflict-hit-bangladeshis-return-home-4-days-late</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/conflict-hit-bangladeshis-return-home-4-days-late</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Four flights carrying returnees landed by late morning, bringing workers and Umrah pilgrims who faced flight cancellations amid Iran-Israel tensions. Passengers from Saudi Arabia and Dubai reported delays of four to five days beyond their original departure dates ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 15:44:49 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladeshi, Muscat, Oman, Dubai, HSIA, Middle East</media:keywords>
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<title>Qatar partially reopens airspace for limited flights</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/qatar-partially-reopens-airspace-for-limited-flights</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/qatar-partially-reopens-airspace-for-limited-flights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The country will permit only a restricted number of flights for now. The reopening will primarily allow evacuation flights and essential cargo services ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 14:24:15 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Qatar, Middle East, Doha, Hamad International Airport</media:keywords>
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<title>War fears add to Saudi visa woes for Bangladesh</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/war-fears-add-to-saudi-visa-woes-for-bangladesh</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/war-fears-add-to-saudi-visa-woes-for-bangladesh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Saudi government has recently tightened scrutiny of employment visas after discovering that some workers were arriving without receiving the jobs or work permits promised by employers ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 14:05:53 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Middle East, Bangladesh, KSA, Recruiting agencies, Bureau of Manpower, Employment and Training</media:keywords>
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<title>Limited Middle East flight window opens</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/limited-middle-east-flight-window-opens</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/limited-middle-east-flight-window-opens</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Thousands have managed to leave the region on commercial flights from key hubs in the United Arab Emirates – however, the situation remains challenging as the conflict intensifies and flight schedules remain in disarray ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:10:51 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, flight, airliners, Middle East, Emirates, Etihad, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar Airways</media:keywords>
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<title>Passengers’ suffering persists as flight cancelations continue regularly</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/passengers-suffering-persists-as-25-more-flights-cancelled-on-wednesday</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/passengers-suffering-persists-as-25-more-flights-cancelled-on-wednesday</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The latest cancellations follow the continued closure of airspace by several Middle Eastern countries — including Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar and Jordan — after regional tensions escalated on February 28 ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:51:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>passenger, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, Jordan, flight cancellation</media:keywords>
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<title>ME tensions lead to cancellation of 147 flights</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/me-tensions-lead-to-cancellation-of-147-flights</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/me-tensions-lead-to-cancellation-of-147-flights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Of the total cancellations, 23 flights were grounded on 28 February, 40 on 1 March, 46 on 2 March and 38 on 3 March ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:55:58 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, HSIA, flight cancellation, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, Jordan</media:keywords>
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<title>FM discusses Bangladeshi migrants’ safety with 4 Gulf ministers</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fm-discusses-bangladeshi-migrants-safety-with-4-gulf-ministers</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fm-discusses-bangladeshi-migrants-safety-with-4-gulf-ministers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Their discussions centred on the safety and security of Bangladeshi migrant workers in those Gulf countries amid ongoing regional tensions ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:52:56 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>migrant, bangladesh, Bahrain, UAE, Kuwait, Qatar</media:keywords>
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<title>39 flights cancelled at Dhaka airport today </title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/39-flights-cancelled-at-dhaka-airport-today</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/39-flights-cancelled-at-dhaka-airport-today</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The disruption began on the afternoon of 28 February, when Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar and Jordan temporarily closed their airspace ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:55:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, Jordan, US-Bangla Airlines, Middle East</media:keywords>
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<title>NOVOAIR introduces 0% EMI facility for clients</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/novoair-introduces-0-emi-facility-for-clients</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/novoair-introduces-0-emi-facility-for-clients</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Under this special offer, passengers can purchase both return tickets and one-way tickets—with a minimum fare of Tk 5,000 applicable for one-way journeys—through easy monthly instalments payable over six months. The facility is available at all NOVOAIR sales offices across the country, supported through partnerships with all leading banks in Bangladesh. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 19:33:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Travel</media:keywords>
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<title>PM checks on stranded passengers at airport</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-inquires-about-stranded-passengers-at-airport</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-inquires-about-stranded-passengers-at-airport</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ During a late-night visit to the airport, Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury received a telephone call from Tarique Rahman, who sought updates on the situation and the well-being of affected Bangladeshis ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 17:24:11 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>stranded passengers, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, Tarique Rahman, Expatriates’ Welfare, Overseas Employment</media:keywords>
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<title>PM inquires about Bangladeshi expats amid ongoing Middle East war   </title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-inquires-about-bangladeshi-expats-amid-ongoing-middle-east-war</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/pm-inquires-about-bangladeshi-expats-amid-ongoing-middle-east-war</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The premier inquired about the Bangladeshi nationals in the Middle East when Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman met him at the Secretariat on Sunday morning ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 17:03:09 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Prime Minister, Foreign Minister, Civil Aviation and Tourism, Middle East, Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>India Introduces 48&#45;hour Free Cancellation Window, Stricter Refund Policies on Airline Tickets</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/india-introduces-48-hour-free-cancellation-window-stricter-refund-policies-on-airline-tickets</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/india-introduces-48-hour-free-cancellation-window-stricter-refund-policies-on-airline-tickets</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The DGCA explained that these changes were in response to growing passenger complaints about delays, partial refunds, and airlines offering vouchers instead of cash refunds ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 22:51:47 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>India, DGDA, aviation, airline, ticket refund, Directorate General of Civil Aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>IATA Calls for Nominations for 2026 Diversity and Inclusion Awards</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iata-calls-for-nominations-for-2026-diversity-and-inclusion-awards</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/iata-calls-for-nominations-for-2026-diversity-and-inclusion-awards</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ According to an IATA press release, the awards celebrate excellence in promoting diversity and inclusion across three distinct categories that include Inspirational Role Model Award, Highflyer Award and Inspirational Role Model Award. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 03:01:01 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>IATA, nomination, diversity, inclusion</media:keywords>
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<title>Japan Envoy Discusses Third Terminal Launch with Aviation Minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/japan-envoy-discusses-third-terminal-launch-with-aviation-minister</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/japan-envoy-discusses-third-terminal-launch-with-aviation-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The meeting focused on issues of mutual interest, including continued cooperation in the aviation sector. State Minister for Civil Aviation and Tourism Rashiduzzaman Millat was also present. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:52:52 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Japanese, Ambassador, Bangladesh, Saida Shinichi, Civil Aviation, Tourism, Minister, Afroza Khanam Rita, third terminal, JICA</media:keywords>
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<title>Govt Steps Up Airport Safety Measures</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-steps-up-airport-safety-measures</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/govt-steps-up-airport-safety-measures</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanam has directed authorities to strengthen cleanliness measures at all airports to ensure passenger comfort and safety ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:39:48 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation, Tourism, minister, airport, ADP</media:keywords>
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<title>Faster Luggage Handling to be Ensured at Airports: State Minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/faster-luggage-handling-to-be-ensured-at-airports-state-minister</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/faster-luggage-handling-to-be-ensured-at-airports-state-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The government has planned to ensure that passengers, especially overseas travellers, received their luggage at the belt immediately after immigration process ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:48:56 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, airport, aviation and tourism minister, secretary of civil aviation</media:keywords>
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<title>UK to Issue Only E&#45;Visas for Bangladeshi Applicants from February 25</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uk-to-issue-only-e-visas-for-bangladeshi-applicants-from-february-25</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/uk-to-issue-only-e-visas-for-bangladeshi-applicants-from-february-25</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The High Commission confirmed that once a visa is granted, applicants must submit their passport information and create a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) account to verify their e-visa before travelling ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:41:18 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>bangladesh, UK, e-visa, UKVI, BRP</media:keywords>
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<title>Fresh Talks Planned with Japanese Consortium on HSIA T3</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fresh-talks-planned-with-japanese-consortium-on-dhaka-airports-t3</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/fresh-talks-planned-with-japanese-consortium-on-dhaka-airports-t3</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Although around 99% of construction is complete, officials said the terminal would still need at least six months to recruit and train staff after any agreement is signed ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:32:57 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Anindya Arif</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>JICA, CAAB, MoCAT, PM, Tarique Rahman, Third Terminal,  Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, transhipment</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh Aviation and Tourism Journalists Association launched</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-aviation-and-tourism-journalists-association-launched</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-aviation-and-tourism-journalists-association-launched</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ With the aim of safeguarding the professional interests and improving the skills of the journalists working in these sectors ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 01:40:37 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation, tourism, journalists, BATJA</media:keywords>
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<title>PM Directs Swift Opening of Dhaka Airport’s Third Terminal: Aviation Minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/Civil-Aviation-and-Tourism-Minister%2C-Afroza-Khanam-Rita%2C-aviation%2C-third-terminal%2C-HSIA%2C-PM%2C-Tarique-Rahman</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/Civil-Aviation-and-Tourism-Minister%2C-Afroza-Khanam-Rita%2C-aviation%2C-third-terminal%2C-HSIA%2C-PM%2C-Tarique-Rahman</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ He has directed that measures be taken to launch the third terminal at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport as soon as possible ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 17:49:18 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister, Afroza Khanam Rita, aviation, third terminal, HSIA, PM, Tarique Rahman</media:keywords>
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<title>Novoair Offers Two&#45;Night Cox’s Bazar Package at Tk 1,818 Monthly Instalment</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/novoair-offers-two-night-coxs-bazar-package-at-tk-1818-monthly-instalment</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/novoair-offers-two-night-coxs-bazar-package-at-tk-1818-monthly-instalment</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Novoair has partnered with 24 leading banks in the country for this purpose, allowing credit card holders of those banks to purchase the package ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 15:47:45 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Novoair, Airline company, Bangladesh, Aviation, Tourism</media:keywords>
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<title>Bangladesh Resumes Visa Services in India</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-resumes-visa-services-in-india</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/bangladesh-resumes-visa-services-in-india</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bangladesh High Commission officials in New Delhi confirmed that visa processing restarted on a limited scale from 20 February, covering all categories ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 14:27:41 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Bangladesh, india, visa, tourism, aviation, Narendra Modi, S Jaishankar, Tarique Rahman</media:keywords>
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<title>Prime Minister Holds Meeting on Dhaka Airport’s Third Terminal</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/prime-minister-holds-meeting-on-dhaka-airports-third-terminal</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/prime-minister-holds-meeting-on-dhaka-airports-third-terminal</guid>
<description><![CDATA[  ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 14:02:41 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>third terminal, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, prime minister, tarique rahman, Secretariat, Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury, Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanam, State Minister M Rashiduzzaman Millat, and CAAB Chairman Air Vice Marshal Mostofa Mahmud Siddique</media:keywords>
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<title>Ariful Pledges End of Expatriates&amp;apos; Harassment at County&amp;apos;s Airports</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ariful-pledges-end-of-expatriates-harassment-at-county-s-airports</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/ariful-pledges-end-of-expatriates-harassment-at-county-s-airports</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The labour and employment minister promised to take concrete steps to prevent the harassment of the expatriates at the country&#039;s different international airports and resolve the problems they face ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 19:37:03 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation, airports, Bangladesh, immigration, migrant workers</media:keywords>
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<title>Malaysia e&#45;Visa Portal Shut Down Indefinitely for Maintenance</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/malaysia-e-visa-portal-shut-down-indefinitely-for-maintenance</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/malaysia-e-visa-portal-shut-down-indefinitely-for-maintenance</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Malaysia’s e-visa portal has been declared temporarily unavailable from Tuesday due to ongoing maintenance work; the website — malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my — is currently undergoing system maintenance and stability enhancements ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:51:29 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Correspondent</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>e-visa, malaysia, travel, tourism</media:keywords>
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<title>Transparency, Modernisation Top Priorities in Aviation Sector: Minister</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/transparency-modernisation-top-priorities-in-aviation-sector-minister</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/transparency-modernisation-top-priorities-in-aviation-sector-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Through collective efforts and close coordination with officials and stakeholders, we want to make the activities of this ministry dynamic and effective in the public interest ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 19:47:44 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation, bangladesh, Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister, Afroza Khanam Rita, transparency, accountability</media:keywords>
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<title>Aviation Reforms to Begin Immediately: Rashiduzzaman</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/aviation-reforms-to-begin-immediately-rashiduzzaman</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/aviation-reforms-to-begin-immediately-rashiduzzaman</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Aviation reform includes include dismantling ticketing syndicates, improving baggage handling, stopping harassment of homebound passengers and easing the unnecessarily long and complex procedures faced by migrant workers at airports ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 19:14:28 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>aviation reform, civil aviation and tourism ministry, bangladesh, Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Millat Appointed State Minister for Civil Aviation &amp;amp; Tourism Ministry</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/millat-appointed-state-minister-for-civil-aviation-tourism-ministry</link>
<guid>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/millat-appointed-state-minister-for-civil-aviation-tourism-ministry</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ M Rashiduzzaman Millat has been appointed State Minister for the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism in Bangladesh’s newly formed government, marking a notable development for both the cabinet and the country’s aviation and tourism sectors ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 20:02:32 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>M Rashiduzzaman Millat, aviation, tourism, civil aviation and tourism minister, bangladesh</media:keywords>
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<title>Mahan Air Launches Direct Flights to Bangladesh</title>
<link>https://aviationandtourismtimes.com/mahan-air-launches-direct-flights-to-bangladesh</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The announcement coincided with the signing of a joint investment agreement between Iran’s Makan Tourism Group and Bangladesh-based Aero Versatilo Group to promote medical tourism ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 19:55:30 +0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>ATT Desk Report</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Aviation, Bangladesh, Iran, Medical tourism</media:keywords>
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