Dhaka, Nov. 4 -- The European Union (EU) today urged Bangladesh to ensure transparency and fair competition in major procurement decisions, particularly regarding the inclusion of Airbus in Biman Bangladesh Airlines' fleet renewal plans, to maintain a level playing field for European companies.

"In this regard, I want to clearly call for the inclusion of Airbus in the fleet renewal plans of Biman Bangladesh Airlines, in line with Bangladesh's long-standing assurances of transparency and non-discrimination," EU Ambassador to Bangladesh Michael Miller said.

He made the remark while speaking at the "European Dialogue on Bangladesh Aviation Growth" held at the Franco-German Embassy in Dhaka on Tuesday which was also attended by Ambassador-d...