The United Tourism Stakeholders Society of Bangladesh (UTSSOB), a tourism-focused think tank, held a productive meeting with its active members recently to discuss the organisation's ongoing activities, research initiatives, future plans and strategic direction. The meeting featured constructive discussions, valuable suggestions and thoughtful exchanges of ideas on how UTSSOB can contribute more effectively to the development of Bangladesh's tourism industry.

Particular emphasis was placed on strengthening research-based initiatives, identifying key challenges and opportunities in the tourism sector, and developing meaningful recommendations for the industry's sustainable growth.

UTSSOB also announced that it will soon organise a press conference to share the findings and observations of its recent research work conducted by Adviser Mr. Pranab Saha on the coverage of public contributions to tourism in the Mainstream print and electronic media with the media, tourism stakeholders and relevant authorities.

The meeting reaffirmed the commitment of its active members to working collectively towards a stronger, more organised and research-driven tourism sector in Bangladesh. UTSSOB looks forward to playing a meaningful role as a platform for research, dialogue, collaboration and constructive policy recommendations for the advancement of Bangladesh tourism.

The meeting was chaired by UTSSOB President H. M. Hakim Ali and conducted by Secretary Rezaul Ekram. It was attended by Vice President Taufiq Rahman; Directors Jabed Ahmed, Mehdi Amin Chowdhury and Md. Kamrul Hasan (Finance); Advisory Board Members Akhtaruzzaman Khan Kabir and Pranab Saha; and Dr. Sadik, Jubaida Naznin, Lawrence Amal Gomes and Md. Mohiuddin Salim.