ATAB issues 9-point demand to remove syndicates & discrimination
It is crucial to issue guidelines by the concerned ministry to prevent trade discrimination, says the association presidentThe Association of Travel Agents of Bangladesh (ATAB) has put forward a nine-point demand that includes the formulation of guidelines on group ticketing and measures to stop hoarding and syndicates in air ticket sales.
It also sought the formulation of appropriate regulations for managing online travel agency (OTA) businesses.
"The expansion of the travel agency business has created opportunities. But it also brought challenges like discrimination and irregularities among the businesses," said ATAB President Abdus Salam Aref at a press conference held at a Dhaka hotel today (19 October).
"Immediate steps must be taken to stop the provision of incentives against the ...