Promising strategy by Sri Lankan Government in boosting bi-lateral trade through tourism

I feel the era of Sri Lanka has arrived. It can now fast forward to a very enviable growth in the near future if the cards are played right. The gates have been opened up wide. I can see the all the right moves being made like diplomatic visits to all the neighbors. Time has come for FDI into the country in a big way. If Jaffna too is developed fast with adequate infrastructure like roads , hospitals and hotels it will contribute in a big way to Sri Lankan economy. Jaffna was like a paralyzed limp. We need to make it functional fast and this will lead to a rejuvenated growth of the Sri Lankan economy.

As the tourism develops ensure that sustainable development is taken care of from the beginning. This connects business with environment and also takes care of social causes. A holistic approach. More employment will be generated. I think Jaffna tourist spots should be modified and uplifted. People of Jaffna deserves a new lease of life . I hope tourism will help in achieving it. My family has started contributing to Jaffna economy by starting a Hotel. It will be functional by July 2012.

I feel in India Sri Lanka needs to be promoted as a Tourist hot spot. The efforts taken by the Govt is commendable as i read a recent article about Sri Lankan diplomat meeting Kerala (closest Indian state after Tamil Nadu) chief minister Oommen Chandy. Infact The kerala chief minister has given a thumps up to the approach on increasing bi-lateral trade. There are talks regarding opening a consulate in Kerala and also starting a ferry between Kochi and Colombo. People in India needs to know that Sri Lanka is a very good tourism destination that is pristine and affordable. Especially the 4 south Indian states like Kerala , Andra Pradesh , Tamil Nadu and Karnataka with its IT hubs have a lot of disposable incomes and people need new Tourist locations. Hope to see Sri Lankan stall in the emergingkerala2012.org that is happening and likewise hope to see Kerala taking part in Sri Lanka Hotel, Hospitality & Food exhibition 2012 happening in October this year. Its like opening 2 gateways in two countries for Tourism to open up.

Appreciate the Sri Lankan Govt’s efforts in the right direction. Hope for the best of both worlds. God Bless and God Speed.