News Today: President Stresses Need for High-Quality Infrastructure to Boost Sri Lanka’s Tourism Industry

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has underscored the urgent need for high-quality infrastructure and services to boost Sri Lanka’s tourism sector. He directed Tourism Ministry officials to prioritize this during a high-level discussion held at the Presidential Secretariat.

Sri Lanka’s Global Appeal as a Tourist Destination

President Dissanayake highlighted that Sri Lanka has earned international recognition as a top tourist destination and emphasized the need to enhance facilities to meet global standards. He stressed that infrastructure development, improved services, and strategic planning are essential to sustaining and increasing tourist arrivals.

Budget Allocations and Future Plans for Tourism

During the discussion, officials from the Tourism Ministry provided updates on the budgetary allocations for tourism development and the ongoing projects funded through these allocations.

With the tourism sector entering a new phase of growth, Sri Lanka has set an ambitious goal of attracting three million tourists in 2025. The government aims to achieve this by enhancing hospitality services, improving infrastructure, and streamlining policies to ensure a world-class travel experience.

President Dissanayake reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening the tourism industry by implementing strategic policies and modernizing key attractions. He urged stakeholders to collaborate in positioning Sri Lanka as a premier travel destination.