Saudi Ambassador to Bangladesh Dr Abdullah Zafer H. Bin Abiya met with Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanam Rita and State Minister M. Rashiduzzaman Millat at the Bangladesh Secretariat this morning. Photo: Ministry

DHAKA, April 12, 2026 (BSS) - Saudi Ambassador to Bangladesh Dr Abdullah Zafer H. Bin Abiyah today expressed interest in launching station operations and flight services in Bangladesh by Saudi airline Riyadh Air.

He made the remarks during a courtesy call on Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanam Rita at her office at Bangladesh Secretariat this morning.

State Minister for Civil Aviation and Tourism M. Rashiduzzaman Millat was also present at the meeting. 

During the discussion, both sides expressed optimism about further strengthening bilateral relations between Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia, particularly through enhanced cooperation in the tourism sector.

Highlighting Bangladesh's growing aviation market, the state minister drew attention to the potential for operating flights not only from Dhaka but also from Sylhet and Chattogram, urging Saudi authorities to consider broader connectivity.

The minister underscored the need to further improve service standards of Saudi airlines for Bangladeshi passengers.

In response, the ambassador assured that necessary steps would be taken to enhance the quality of services in a prompt manner.