Sustainable Tourism in Tanguar Haor: Exploring the Role of NRB Investments in Enhancing Resilience and Conservation
Published in the Journal of Tourism and Hospitality Studies, this research paper explores how Non-Resident Bangladeshi (NRB) investments can drive sustainable, community-centered tourism and climate resilience in Tanguar Haor.
Research Overview
Daahuk researchers, including Md Magfi Reza Siddique, S. M. Maruf Ahmed, and A. M. Al-Amin, co-authored a comprehensive study published in the Journal of Tourism and Hospitality Studies. The paper, published on August 30, 2025, investigates how Non-Resident Bangladeshi (NRB) investment can drive sustainable, resilient tourism development in environmentally vulnerable areas like Tanguar Haor in Sunamganj.
The study utilizes a mixed-methods approach, combining literature reviews, Focus Group Discussions, Key Informant Interviews, and targeted surveys. The findings highlight a strong latent interest among NRBs to invest in eco-friendly infrastructure, powerlines, water projects, and community-based models. The paper concludes that structured diaspora engagement, supported by simplified investment policies and incentives, can significantly benefit local livelihoods and biodiversity conservation, placing Bangladesh more firmly on the responsible global tourism map.