Sri Lanka, Oct. 26 -- British Airways has resumed services to Sri Lanka after an 11-year absence, signalling renewed confidence in the country's tourism potential and creating fresh opportunities to strengthen trade, business and people-to-people connections between Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom.

Speaking at a media round table in Colombo on Saturday (24), British Airways General Manager for South Asia David Wright said the airline's return reflected its commitment to Sri Lanka and optimism about the country's prospects. "This is a true demonstration of our commitment and optimism for this incredible country," Wright said, highlighting the potential of the resumed service to support tourism, trade and closer ties between the two count...