Dhaka: Nepalese Ambassador to Bangladesh Ghanashyam Bhandari on Thursday highlighted the resilience of Nepal's tourism industry in the wake of recent flash floods in Nepal. Speaking as a special guest at the inaugural ceremony of the 13th Asian Tourism Fair (ATF), being held in Dhaka from September 17-19, Ambassador Bhandari emphasised that Nepal is open to tourists.
According to United News of Bangladesh, the ambassador stated that Nepal's tourism industry remains largely operational and encouraged visitors to continue travelling to Nepal. He also stressed the importance of strengthening tourism cooperation and promoting greater people-to-people exchanges between Bangladesh and Nepal.
A 10-member delegation comprising representatives from Nepali tour operators and travel agencies is participating in the 13th ATF. The three-day event, showcasing travel and tourism offerings from home and abroad, began at the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB).
Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister M Rashiduzzaman Millat addressed the inaugural ceremony of the fair as the chief guest. Endorsed by the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism and supported by BPC and the Bangladesh Tourism Board, this year's fair features over 200 organisations from 10 countries, including Bangladesh, across nearly 300 booths in three halls.
Hotels, resorts, tour operators, travel agents, airlines, public and private tourism bodies, and foreign missions are showcasing their products and services along with attractive offers for visitors. Cultural performances from Bangladesh, Nepal and the Philippines will be held every evening.