Aviation, tourism stakeholders seek policy support in budget

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

58% : Aviation and tourism stakeholders have urged the government to prioritise policy reforms, tax incentives and infrastructure support in the 2026-27 budget to unlock the growth potential of two key economic sectors.
56% : Aviation operators have sought tax relief on jet fuel, aircraft leasing and airline operations to improve competitiveness and reduce airfares, while tourism stakeholders have demanded implementation of the long-awaited National Tourism Master Plan alongside stronger investment incentives.
56% : Aviation operators have sought tax relief on jet fuel, aircraft leasing and airline operations to improve competitiveness and reduce airfares, while tourism stakeholders have demanded implementation of the long-awaited National Tourism Master Plan alongside stronger investment incentives.
56% : President Mohammad Rafeuzzaman called for tax exemptions on tourism-related equipment, tourist vehicles and hospitality infrastructure to encourage private-sector investment.
52% : A rational and stable tax structure on aviation fuel would help lower operating costs, stimulate passenger demand and make Bangladeshi airlines more competitive," he said.
49% : He also called for VAT exemptions on jet fuel, reduced taxation on aircraft leasing and maintenance, and rationalisation of aviation-related duties.
47% : Secretary General of the Aviation Operators Association of Bangladesh (AOAB) and Managing Director of NOVOAIR Mofizur Rahman said the government should introduce a predictable taxation regime for aviation fuel and provide fiscal support to airlines to help reduce operating costs.
46% : "Jet fuel prices have increased significantly over the years, but what is more concerning is that the tax burden has also risen.
40% : Aviation leaders said high fuel taxes and operational costs continue to undermine the competitiveness of local carriers.

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