Sri Lanka is set to become a new hotspot for regional tourism and investment with the construction of a marina in Port City Colombo, according to Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath.
Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony on Friday, Herath highlighted the significance of Port City Colombo as a crucial platform for attracting foreign investment and enhancing Sri Lanka’s international image.
“The development of the marina will fill the gap in high-end maritime services in South Asia and attract more high-net-worth tourists,” Herath said, emphasizing the project’s potential to boost the nation’s tourism revenue.
Herath also noted that the construction of the port city will promote cultural and economic cooperation between Sri Lanka and China, aiding Sri Lanka in achieving its tourism revenue goals.
Harsha Amarasekera, chairman of the Colombo Port City Economic Commission, echoed these sentiments, stating that the port city will continue to inject new impetus into Sri Lanka’s economy.
“The commencement of the new project will not only help the port city create more employment opportunities but will also more effectively attract international high-end brands to settle in, boosting Sri Lanka’s economic recovery,” said Amarasekera.
According to reports, the marina commercial project covers an area of about 20,400 square meters and has a construction area of approximately 49,000 square meters.
The development of the marina is expected to position Sri Lanka as a premier destination in the region, offering state-of-the-art maritime services and luxury amenities to global travelers and investors.
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FM: New construction promotes Sri Lanka's regional tourism, investment
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