China Eastern Airlines will operate flights from Chittagong to Kunming, improving access to healthcare for Bangladeshi patients. This initiative aims to reduce travel costs and facilitate medical treatment at designated hospitals in Kunming, where fees are aligned with local prices. Further efforts to enhance health services and reduce airfare are also underway.

China Eastern Airlines has announced the initiation of flights from Chittagong to Kunming, providing a significant service to Bangladeshi patients seeking medical treatment in southern China. This decision aims to alleviate the high costs associated with air travel, which have previously hindered accessibility to Kunming’s healthcare facilities. According to officials, this new route is expected to reduce both travel expenses and overall travel time for patients.

Notably, four hospitals in Kunming have been specifically designated for Bangladeshi patients. Ambassador Nazmul Islam emphasized the affordability of treatment in Kunming, stating, “The treatment fees are modest. A patient from Bangladesh pays the same fees as paid by local Chinese people.” This arrangement not only facilitates better access to medical care but also ensures that Bangladeshi patients receive equitable treatment costs.

Additionally, the Bangladeshi civil aviation authorities are actively working to decrease the airfare between Dhaka and Kunming. In response to the growing medical needs, Chinese authorities are planning to expand healthcare facilities available to Bangladeshi nationals. Upcoming efforts include a delegation of Bangladeshi journalists visiting Kunming in April to assess the medical services provided.

Recently, a number of Bangladeshi patients traveled to Kunming for medical treatment, with positive feedback regarding the hospital standards, despite some expressing concerns over travel costs.

This newly established flight route and the cooperative initiatives between Bangladesh and China signify a progressive step in international healthcare accessibility.

The introduction of flights from Chittagong to Kunming by China Eastern Airlines marks a significant advancement in facilitating medical care for Bangladeshi patients. It addresses major barriers such as high travel costs while ensuring that affordable treatment options are available in designated hospitals. Continued efforts by both nations to enhance healthcare facilities reflect a commitment to improving medical accessibility for Bangladeshi citizens seeking treatment in China.

Original Source: www.bssnews.net

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