Harin says Sri Lanka safe for tourists, assures safety

A meeting has been held between the Minister of Tourism and Lands of Sri Lanka Harin Fernando and the Travel Agents of France to promote Sri Lanka tourism in France.

Welcoming the guests, the Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the French Republic and the Permanent Delegate to the UNESCO, Professor Kshanika Hirimburegama expressed that tourist arrivals from France breathe life into the Sri Lanka tourism industry, strengthening bilateral relations and people-to-people contact between the two nations.

The Minister urged a cross-section of leading Travel Agents in France to encourage the friendly people of France to continue visiting Sri Lanka, which is known worldwide as one of the most exotic tourist destinations, and assured the visitors of age-old traditional hospitality and warmth, despite the unprecedented times of difficulty.

More than Fifty Travel agents who are leading players in the tourism industry in France took part in the event.