Sri Lanka, March 4 -- With number of tourists currently stranded in Sri Lanka due to the ongoing international flight disruptions, former diplomat Kananathan has called on authorities to adopt a proactive and compassionate response to safeguard the country's tourism reputation and future investment prospects.

As global travel routes face temporary interruptions, many visitors remain unable to return home as scheduled.

While the situation is beyond Sri Lanka's control, Kananathan emphasised that the country's response at this critical moment will shape international perception.

"In diplomacy and in tourism, perception matters," Kananathan stated.

"How we treat our guests during a crisis will define how the world remembers Sri Lanka."...