Dhaka, Bangladesh | 29 October 2026

Medik Tour participated in the 14th Bangladesh Travel and Tourism Fair (BTTF) by TOAB 2026, held at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre (BCFCC), Dhaka. The opening day brought together tourism stakeholders, government representatives, business leaders, and international exhibitors, providing an important platform to strengthen tourism and healthcare collaboration between Pakistan and Bangladesh.

1. Inauguration of the 14th Bangladesh Travel and Tourism Fair (BTTF) 2026

The opening ceremony was attended by the Pakistani delegation, including representatives of Medik Tour and other Pakistani companies, alongside His Excellency Mr. Imran Haider, High Commissioner of Pakistan to Bangladesh.

Ms. Nurun Nahar Chowdhury, Secretary, Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism, Bangladesh, attended the ceremony as the Chief Guest.

Speaking on the occasion, the High Commissioner highlighted the importance of people-to-people exchanges in strengthening bilateral relations between the two brotherly countries. He also shared his views on the participation of Pakistani companies, including medical tourism representatives, and the opportunities to promote Pakistan as a healthcare destination for Bangladeshi patients.

2. Inauguration of the Pakistan Pavilion by the High Commissioner

His Excellency Mr. Imran Haider, High Commissioner of Pakistan to Bangladesh, inaugurated the Pakistan Pavilion and visited various exhibition stalls.

During his visit, he interacted with Pakistani exhibitors and shared his views on promoting Pakistan's medical tourism potential in the Bangladeshi market. He emphasized the importance of creating greater awareness about Pakistan's healthcare facilities and exploring opportunities for stronger bilateral cooperation.

3. Strong Public Interest in Pakistan's Medical Tourism Services

The Pakistan Pavilion attracted considerable interest from visitors, including medical tourism companies, students, families, and other participants.

Visitors showed particular interest in learning about healthcare and specialised treatment options available in Pakistan. At the medical tourism stall, Medik Tour shared information about treatment opportunities, hospital facilities, and patient facilitation services.

Among the most frequently discussed treatment areas were kidney transplantation and oncology, reflecting a significant interest in exploring specialised healthcare options in Pakistan.

4. Medik Tour Participates in the B2B Business Networking Session

Medik Tour also participated in the B2B networking session, providing an opportunity to engage directly with interested medical tourism companies and other industry stakeholders.

During these interactions, participants exchanged information about their respective markets, healthcare services, and business models. Several medical tourism companies expressed interest in exploring the Pakistani healthcare market and developing potential partnerships.

These discussions represent an encouraging step towards building a collaborative Pakistan–Bangladesh medical tourism ecosystem.

5. Networking Dinner at Gulshan Club

The day's activities concluded with a networking dinner hosted by the BTTF organisers at Gulshan Club, Dhaka.

Medik Tour participated in the gathering alongside other industry representatives and stakeholders. The dinner provided an informal platform to exchange views on the medical tourism market in Pakistan, discuss emerging business opportunities, and strengthen professional relationships with participating companies.