AGP Executive Report
Last update: 27 minutes agoAir Travel & Tourism: US-Bangla Airlines says it will expand to 30 overseas destinations in 20 countries by Dec 2027 and launch a second airline on 29 July, adding 21 new aircraft in 2027 with onboard Wi‑Fi and seat charging. Maritime Trade: Saudi port operator Red Sea Gateway Terminal has started operations at Chattogram’s Patenga Container Terminal, investing $170m and doubling capacity to 600,000 TEUs. Road Travel: Dhaka’s Babubazar Bridge is turning into a roadside market and stand, worsening congestion and safety risks. Infrastructure Costs: The Dhaka–Ashulia Elevated Expressway may cost more—another Tk 9,493 crore—pushing the timeline to June 2030. Passports & Travel Policy: Bangladesh’s Home Ministry ordered “except for Israel” back on new e-passports, with redesigned watermarks for July Uprising martyrs. Religious Travel: Saudi Arabia will require Umrah pilgrims (including from Bangladesh) to submit confirmed hotel, transport and food arrangements via Nusuk, starting from Rabiul Awal. Campus Mobility: Jahangirnagar University’s students’ union launched live bus tracking to cut waiting and commuting hassles. Sports (Bangladesh): Bangladesh clinched a consolation T20I series win over Zimbabwe after a four-wicket decider, despite injuries and limited options.
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