Chattogram, Feb. 6 -- Shipping Adviser Brig Gen (retd) Dr M Sakhawat Hossain has said the government is considering setting up a land port at Ghumdhum in Teknaf, keeping in mind the neighbouring Rakhine State of Myanmar.

Speaking to reporters after inspecting the car and customs auction shed at Chattogram Port on Thursday, the shipping adviser said that despite the evolving situation in Myanmar, maintaining connectivity with the Rakhine State remains a priority for Bangladesh.

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"The government is planning to set up a land port at Ghumdhum in Teknaf, considering Rakhine's strategic importance. Additionally, we are assessing whether Teknaf Land Port can be c...