Bangladesh has significant potential for growth in its tourism and hospitality industry. The country has a population of over 170 million and its economy has been growing at around 6% annually. Recent investments in infrastructure such as the Padma Bridge and Dhaka Metro Rail will further support the development of the tourism sector. The number of hotels and airlines in Bangladesh have increased substantially over the last decade. Foreign direct investment in tourism continues to rise as well, reaching $1.64 billion in the last fiscal year, indicating investor confidence in Bangladesh's economic growth and stabilization of its political situation. If current trends continue, Bangladesh's tourism industry is forecasted to contribute substantially to GDP, employment, and foreign currency earnings in the coming years.