Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Muhammad Faruk Khan said that connectivity brings development and the government, led by Shkikh Hasina always prioritizes to establish connectivity.Mentioning that China has always been a great friend for a very long time, he recalled the cooperation from China in building the Padma Bridge, and thanked the authorities for making it happen even if there were a lot of obstacles.
Minister was addressing the launching ceremony of Dhaka-Beijing direct flight by China Southern Airlines as the chief guest at a city hotel on Monday.
To meet the increasing demand for visits between the two countries, China Southern Airlines will inaugurate a direct flight route from Beijing Daxing International Airport to Dhaka starting from July 15, 2024.
The service will operate twice weekly, on Mondays and Saturdays, establishing the first aerial connection between the capitals of the two nations.
Faruk Khan also said "The China Southern Airlines direct flight will strengthen trade and economic ties between Dhaka and Beijing. As China has huge tourists, we think to stair lightweight between Cox's Bazar and Kunming airport in future," .
The minister also stated that Bangladesh wants to enhance its connectivity with neighboring countries including Myanmar, India, China, Nepal and Bhutan to boost the country's economy.
Talking to reporters after the event, he informed me that around 97% wonk of the Third terminal had been completed.
By the next several months, the construction work will be completed.
Yao Wen, the Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to Bangladesh congratulated China Southern Airlines for inaugurating direct flight between the Dhaka-Beijing. This route will create more opportunities for greater c
ollaboration, people-to-people connectivity and win-win cooperation, he added.
The General Manager of China Southern Airlines Xie Kangjia said, that China Southern Airlines is a leading name in the aviation industry, known for its extensive network and commitment to excellence.
