DHAKA, Jan 24, 2024 (BSS) – Civil aviation and tourism minister Muhammad Faruk Khan today 
said he will ask the concerned authority to check feasibility on establishing direct air-connectivity 
for carrying passengers and cargo between Dhaka and Manila, the capital of Philippines.
 
He made the remark while Philippines ambassador to Bangladesh Leo Tito L. Ausan called on him 
and expressed his interest to establish air connectivity between Dhaka and Manila, a press release 
said.

During the meeting, the civil aviation minister said he will direct the Civil Aviation Authority of 
Bangladesh (CAAB) to update the existing outdated Air-Service agreement between two countries 
soon in this regard.  

The envoy said that he would encourage the Philippines’ financier for making investment in 
Bangladesh’s tourism industry as the country is a very good destination for tourists with scenic 
beauty, enriched culture and heritage.

The minister assured the ambassador that all types of assistance will be provided to the Philippines 
businessmen to invest in Bangladesh. 
 
Khan hoped that the relation between Dhaka and Manila would become more concrete by working 
together in the coming days, added the release.