Deputy Minister of Tourism PhD I MBA BSC. Member of Parliament National Executive Member - National People's Power Former Professor & Dean, Faculty of Managemen
Joined June 2025
- Tweets49
- Following2
- Followers29
- Likes2
Met with Emirates Airlines’ Canada Country Manager, Shaz Peshimam, and Sales Manager, Riaz Sadudeen, to explore future cooperation, attract more Canadian tourists, and strengthen Sri Lanka’s presence in the Canadian travel market.
#SriLankaTourism #Emirates
Held a productive meeting with Ontario’s Deputy Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming, Nancy Kennedy, to discuss strengthening Sri Lanka–Canada tourism ties and exploring new opportunities for cooperation, collaboration and mutual growth.
#SriLankaTourism #Canada
Addressed the “Sri Lanka: Timeless Beauty – Endless Discoveries” tourism event in Toronto, highlighting Sri Lanka’s tourism developments and future plans.
The event connected 10 Sri Lankan DMCs with 60+ Canadian travel and media representatives.
#SriLankaTourism #VisitSriLanka
Met Dr. Meera Mather, Dean of Centennial College, at the Sri Lankan Consulate in Toronto to explore academic partnerships with Sri Lankan universities, including polytechnic-level courses and specialised modules.
A positive step towards stronger Sri Lanka–Canada education ties.
Looking forward to the International Tour and Travel Show in Montreal, 31 October–1 November, to promote Sri Lanka, attract more Canadian visitors, and strengthen tourism partnerships.
#SriLankaTourism #VisitSriLanka
Held a productive meeting with H.E. Saad bin Ali Al-Kharji, Chairman of Qatar Tourism, in Doha to strengthen Sri Lanka–Qatar tourism ties.
Discussions focused on joint promotions, investment partnerships, and new opportunities for tourism businesses in both countries.
#SriLanka
During #WIF2026 in Doha, I met Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to Qatar, hotel management, and Sri Lankan hospitality students at The Ned Doha.
Grateful to the hotel’s leadership for giving our young talent valuable international experience and a warm welcome.
#SriLankaTourism
Met with H.E. Dr. Ahmed bin Mohammed Al-Sayed, Qatar’s State Minister for Foreign Trade, to discuss strengthening bilateral ties, trade and investment, and revitalising the Joint Committee. Qatar was also invited to participate in Sri Lanka Expo 2027 (14–17 January).
#SriLanka
I extended my warmest congratulations to the newly appointed Secretary-General of the United Nations World Tourism Organization, expressed my gratitude for her contributions, and engaged in an extensive discussion regarding the current situation.
Honoured to represent Sri Lanka as Deputy Minister of Tourism at the World Investment Forum 2026 in Doha, Qatar.
I highlighted climate resilience, sustainable tourism investment and SLTDA’s single-window approval process to facilitate responsible investment.
#WIF2026
I will undertake an official visit to Canada from 27 Oct–1 Nov to strengthen tourism ties, promote Sri Lanka as a destination for Canadian travellers, expand air connectivity, and build international partnerships to advance Sri Lanka’s tourism sector. 🇱🇰🇨🇦
#SriLankaTourism
Representing Sri Lanka as Deputy Minister of Tourism at the World Investment Forum in Qatar, 24–26 October, to explore tourism investment and strengthen Sri Lanka–Qatar cooperation.
#SriLankaTourism #Qatar
Marking World Tourism Day 2026, a programme at SLITHM explored how AI and digital innovation can transform Sri Lanka’s tourism industry, empower local communities, and inspire youth entrepreneurship through digital skills and innovation.
#SriLankaTourism #WorldTourismDay2026
Introducing the Southern Mist Triangle Tourism Zone, connecting Ratnapura, Galle and Matara through eco-friendly tourism. Integrating Sinharaja, Kanneliya and Hiniduma, the initiative will showcase Sri Lanka’s biodiversity, cuisine and cultural heritage.
#SriLankaTourism
Chaired a Presidential Task Force meeting on tourism readiness, discussing visa-free entry extensions, improved facilities for 200,000+ expected tourists, crowd management, and reopening the scenic Kandy–Badulla railway line ahead of the peak season.
#SriLankaTourism
