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China extends visa-free entry for most of Europe through 2026

Dhaka, Feb. 1 -- China has announced the extension of its visa-free travel policy for a majority of European countries until the end of 2026, allowing eligible travelers to enter the country for up to... Read More


PIA formally handed over to Arif Habib-led consortium

Dhaka, Feb. 1 -- Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has been officially handed over to the consortium led by Arif Habib Corporation, marking a major milestone in the government's ongoing privatizat... Read More


Where planes fly just above sand: Inside Caribbean's most thrilling beach

Dhaka, Feb. 1 -- For most travelers, a beach holiday means calm waves, warm sand, and the sound of the sea. However, on one Caribbean shoreline, the experience comes with a roar so loud it can shake y... Read More


UAE ranks among world's most air-connected countries: Tourism Minister

Dhaka, Feb. 1 -- Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Civil Aviation Authority, UAE, affirmed that the civil aviation sector... Read More


Sri Lanka launches automated border control e-gate system at Bandaranaike Airport

Dhaka, Feb. 1 -- The Ministry of Ports and Civil Aviation of Sri Lanka, the Embassy of Japan in Sri Lanka, and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) jointly inaugurated the first automate... Read More


New FAA rule mandates 25 hours of cockpit voice recordings

Dhaka, Feb. 1 -- The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has finalized a new rule that would require cockpit voice recorders (CVRs) on new passenger airplanes to retain 25 hours of cockpit audio rec... Read More


Nepali doctors educated in Dhaka reconnect in Kathmandu, highlighting prospects of educational tourism

Dhaka, Jan. 30 -- Bangladesh's growing role as a hub for medical education in South Asia was highlighted recently as the Bangladesh Embassy in Kathmandu hosted a "Meet and Greet with the Ambassador" f... Read More


Nipah virus alert: Thailand tightens entry formalities for inbound West Bengal travelers

Dhaka, Jan. 30 -- Thailand's Department of Disease Control (DDC) has tightened entry formalities for travelers coming from Nipah virus-affected areas, particularly West Bengal in India, with a range o... Read More


Public hearing at Cox's Bazar Airport emphasizes passenger service, strengthens complaint management

Dhaka, Jan. 29 -- To ensure improved passenger services and activate a more responsive complaint management system, the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB) organized a public hearing at Cox'... Read More


AFCON 2025 boosts Morocco's tourism push ahead of 2030 World Cup

Dhaka, Jan. 28 -- Morocco's tourism sector has received a major boost after the successful hosting of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, which reinforced the country's preparations for the 2030 F... Read More