Saarc tourism ministers' confce in Cox's Bazar from May 20
The first conference of tourism ministers of Saarc countries will be held in Cox's Bazar on May 20 and 21.
Prime Minister Khaleda Zia is likely to inaugurate the international conference at the conference room of Hotel Sea Palace.
A preparatory meeting for the conference was held here on Thursday evening, with State Minister for Civil Aviation and Tourism Fakhrul Islam Alamgir as the chief guest.
For all latest news, follow The Daily Star's Google News channel. State Minister for Communication Salahuddin Ahmed was present as the special guest while Bangladesh Tourism Corporation Chairman Dr Mahfuzur Rahman presided.
Addressing the meeting, State Minister Fakhrul Islam Alamgir hoped that the conference would boost the tourism industry of Cox's Bazar. At the same time, Cox's Bazar would become an international tourist resort town, he added.