Consulate of Malta in Chittagong, Bangladesh
- Address: Arag Chambers (2nd Floor), Chittagong
- Phone: +88031721882
- Fax: +88031710934
- Email: maltaconsul.chittagong@gov.mt
Head of mission: Mr Syed Mahmudul Huq, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
2 missions of Malta in Bangladesh: Consulate of Malta in Chittagong, Bangladesh; Consulate of Malta in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr Syed Mahmudul Huq, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Dr Luiz Alberto Dias Lima De Vianna Moniz Bandeira, Honorary Consul (as of 2023)
Malta offers a compelling mix of history, culture, and modern tourism, making it an appealing destination for some of Bangladesh's 171 million residents. Its strategic Mediterranean location and wealth of historical sites attract around one million international visitors annually, suggesting it could attract a niche segment of Bangladeshi travelers.
Malta is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Bangladesh. It ranks 26th among 40 European countries in terms of safety while walking alone at night. In comparison, Bangladesh is ranked 91st out of 160 countries according to the Global Peace Index. When looking at murder rates, Malta has a significantly lower rate at 0.4 per 100,000 people, compared to Bangladesh's 2.4. Furthermore, Malta's organized crime indices indicate a lower risk in several categories, such as mafia groups (Malta 1.5 vs. Bangladesh 5.5) and arms trafficking (Malta 2.5 vs. Bangladesh 5.0). Overall, while no specific data exists for tourists from Bangladesh in Malta, the available statistics suggest that Malta is a safer option for travelers.