BTTF 2026 Kicks Off in Dhaka with 16 Countries

The three-day Bangladesh Travel and Tourism Fair (BTTF) 2026 began in Dhaka on Thursday, bringing together tourism businesses from 16 countries to promote travel, investment and international cooperation.

Dr Nurun Nahar Chowdhury, secretary of the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism, inaugurated the fair as the chief guest at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre in Agargaon.

Organised by the Tour Operators Association of Bangladesh (TOAB), the fair will continue until October 31 under the theme “AI-Powered Tourism, Sustainable Destination”.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Nurun Nahar highlighted the importance of modern technology, artificial intelligence and international cooperation in developing Bangladesh’s tourism industry.

TOAB President Mohammed Hanif said the fair would help showcase Bangladesh’s tourism attractions, strengthen international business ties and create new opportunities for tourism operators.

Among those present were Dr Nazneen Kawshar Chowdhury, executive chairman of the National Skills Development Authority; Md Shamimuzzaman, chairman of Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation; Barrister Mutasim Billah Faruqui, chief executive officer of the Bangladesh Tourism Board; and G M Azizur Rahman, additional inspector general of Bangladesh Tourist Police.

Imran Haider, high commissioner of Pakistan; Ghanshyam Bhandari, ambassador of Nepal; and Nina P. Cainglet, ambassador of the Philippines, also attended the ceremony.

The fair features more than 200 booths and stalls showcasing tourism products and services. Organisers expect more than 60,000 visitors over the three-day event.

US-Bangla Airlines is the title sponsor, while Biman Bangladesh Airlines is the airline partner.