Bangladesh’s Minister of Civil Aviation and Tourism, Afroza Khanam (Rita), met with Nepal’s Ambassador to Bangladesh, Ghanshyam Bhandari, in Dhaka on Sunday morning. According to a ministry statement, the meeting took place at the minister’s office and was also attended by State Minister M. Rashiduzzaman Millat. The discussion focused on strengthening bilateral relations between Bangladesh and Nepal and enhancing cooperation in aviation and tourism.

During the meeting, the Nepalese ambassador emphasized the importance of upgrading Saidpur Airport to international standards. Both sides also discussed setting reasonable ticket prices for flights on the Dhaka–Kathmandu route. The participants expressed optimism about working jointly to promote tourism development between the two countries.

Minister Afroza Khanam and the state minister assured continued cooperation with Nepal to advance mutual interests in aviation and tourism sectors.