The Bangladesh Tourism Board (BTB) and Bangladesh's honorary consul for Turkey's Konya region have discussed ways to attract more Turkish tourists.
BTB Chief Executive Officer Barrister Mutasim Billah Faruqui met the consul, Deniz Bulkur, at the BTB office in the capital on 8 November.
They also discussed possible Turkish investment in hotels, resorts and tourism infrastructure.
According to a press release, the two sides spoke about the current state and future prospects of the sector, and how to strengthen cooperation and communication.
They discussed promoting Bangladesh abroad, including its beaches, hills, forests, and historical and archaeological sites.
Bulkur said he was satisfied with the progress of the sector and hopeful about drawing more Turkish visitors. He said Bangladesh's tourism potential could be presented more effectively in Turkey.
Faruqui said the meeting was held on the instructions of Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister M Rashiduzzaman Millat. He said the BTB is taking initiatives under the guidance of the minister and the secretary.
He said international engagement could help attract foreign visitors and create investment opportunities.
Both sides hoped to keep in touch to promote Bangladesh to Turkish tourists and encourage Turkish investment in tourism.
