M. Sakhawat Hossain, Advisor on Maritime Affairs, has highlighted the strategic importance of Bangladesh’s land ports in driving economic growth. He urged a more strategic approach to port management, particularly to reduce the trade deficit. Given their proximity to national borders, he emphasized the ports' role in national security. Hossain criticized past planning failures rooted in geopolitical neglect and called for improved professionalism, better security, and policy alignment with national interests to enhance port efficiency.