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Sri Lanka Targets 3 Million Tourists by 2026

1/6/2026

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  • Sri Lanka aims for 3 million tourist arrivals in 2026, a 27% rise from 2025’s 2.36 million.
  • The target supports recovery after Cyclone Ditwah in November and underscores tourism’s US$3.2 billion contribution in 2025.
  • The IMF has lowered Sri Lanka’s 2026 growth forecast from 3.1% to 2.9%.
  • The government seeks US$500 million in 2026 tourism investments, building on US$329 million attracted in 2025.