ADB Commits to Enhancing Sri Lanka’s Tourism and Energy Infrastructure

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with Takafumi Kadono, the Permanent Representative of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in Sri Lanka, today (07) the Presidential Secretariat.

The President had learned that the ADB has agreed to provide financing for the development of Sri Lanka's tourism, energy, and small-scale enterprise sectors. 

Kadono emphasized that all existing agreements will continue to be implemented as planned to support the economic development of Sri Lanka.

The ADB also committed to providing the necessary resources to enhance the tourism sector and improve its infrastructure. 

Kadono expressed his agreement for a request to support for developing the tourism industry in the northern region.

Additionally, the ADB indicated its willingness to offer financial assistance for the development of energy projects, small-scale entrepreneurs, and the financial sector in Sri Lanka.