Saudi Arabia has assured Bangladesh of cooperation in reducing taxes and charges imposed on Hajj flights to help lower travel costs for Bangladeshi pilgrims. The assurance came during a meeting between Saudi Ambassador Dr. Abdullah Ibn Dhafeer Ibn Ubaiah and Bangladesh’s Minister of Civil Aviation and Tourism Afroza Khanam, held on Monday at the Secretariat. State Minister M. Rashiduzzaman Millat was also present.
During the meeting, Minister Afroza Khanam emphasized that lowering Saudi-imposed taxes and charges on Hajj flights would significantly reduce expenses for the large number of Bangladeshi pilgrims. In response, the Saudi ambassador said his government would consider the issue positively and is committed to improving services and facilities for Bangladeshi pilgrims while keeping costs reasonable.
State Minister Millat highlighted that the absence of Category-D accommodation has increased lodging costs for Bangladeshi pilgrims and requested Saudi cooperation to reinstate the category. Both sides agreed to strengthen bilateral ties and expand cooperation in civil aviation, tourism, and Hajj management.
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