Sri Lanka, March 27 -- The Presidential Task Force on the Implementation of the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Programme met at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of the Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath yesterday (26).Beaches & Islands

Attention was drawn to the challenges faced by those engaged in the tourism industry in Sri Lanka in the context of the prevailing global energy crisis. Extensive discussions were also held on programmes to ensure an uninterrupted supply of fuel and to provide the necessary support to sustain and advance the industry.

Matters relating to tourist arrivals, the proper maintenance of hotels and tourist attractions and initiatives to attract visitors from co...