Maximizing Tourism Potential: Exploring Growth Strategies at the Sri Lanka Economic Summit

The Sri Lanka Economic Summit organized by The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce will host a session focused on "Maximising Tourism Potential,", exploring strategies to position Sri Lanka as a leading global destination, on 29 January at the Shangri La Hotel, Colombo.

Discussions will focus on how Sri Lanka can achieve the goal of USD 8.5 billion in tourist earnings by 2030, and factors that can support this goal including enhancing offerings, improving average tourist spend, and implementing policies that will support the sector’s growth.

The session will feature Mr. Anand Jha, Vice President and Head of Government Engagement for India and South Asia at Visa, Prof. Ruwan Ranasinghe,  Deputy Minister of Tourism, Mr. Henry Fitch, CEO of Teardrop Hotels, Mr. Mikael Svensson, CEO of Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, and Ms. Stasshani Jayawardena, Joint Deputy Chairman and Managing Director, Aitken Spence PLC, and will be moderated by Mr. Dhananath Fernando, CEO of the Advocata Institute.

As Sri Lanka aims to amplify its global appeal, this session will highlight the importance of innovative policies and private-public collaboration in achieving sustainable tourism growth. Industry leaders and stakeholders will share perspectives on enhancing Sri Lanka’s tourism product, fostering competitiveness, and creating a roadmap to elevate the sector's contribution to the national economy.

Standard Chartered Bank is the Platinum sponsor of the event, while Unilever Sri Lanka and Deloitte Sri Lanka are the Gold sponsors. The Asian Development Bank acts as the Knowledge Partner, while VISA is the Strategic Partner, and South Asia Gateway Terminals is the Session sponsor. Dialog Axiata PLC and Dialog Television are the Telecommunication and Television Partners respectively, while Economy.lk and Omnicom Media Group are the communications partners. The Shangri-La Hotel Colombo, is the Hospitality Partner of the Summit.   

The Sri Lanka Economic Summit will take place on the 28^th and 29^th of January at the Shangri La Hotel, Colombo. Registrations are now open at www.sles.chamber.lk. For further information, please contact Lilakshi at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. / 5588818 or Alikie at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. / 0115588805.