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New Visa procedure implemented
Colombo, April 16 (Daily Mirror) – The Immigration and Emigration Department today announced the implementation of new Visa procedures and the launch of an online Visa issuing system starting tomorrow, Immigration and Emigration Conroller General I.S.H.J. Illukpitiya said. Read more
CABINET APPROVES IMPORT VANS & BUSES FOR TOURISM PURPOSES
“ASMET is delighted to announce that the SLTDA Chairman has informed us that the cabinet has approved the importation of vans and buses for the industry. This approval authorizes the importation of 750 vans, capable of accommodating 6 to 15 passengers each, and 250 buses, with seating capacities ranging from 16 to 45. This initiative…
Minimum Room Rates, a threat to MICE sector – SLAPCEO
He enforcement of Minimum Room Rates poses a long-term threat to the MICE sector, a media release from the Sri Lanka Association of Professional Conference and Exhibition Organisers (SLAPCEO) states. Read more
New tourism laws on the horizon to revive the sector
ByasmetSri Lankan tourism legislation is ageing and needs new regulations, and the Cabinet has approved the introduction of new tourism rules, said Minister of Foreign Affairs and Tourism Vijitha Herath. He said that the current laws are outdated and do not link all relevant stakeholders together. “We have formulated a committee comprising experts in the…
ADB support sought to strengthen tourism SMEs — ASMET
ByasmetADB support sought to strengthen tourism SMEs — ASMET The Association of Small and Medium Enterprises in Tourism (ASMET) has submitted detailed proposals to the Asian Development Bank (ADB) seeking capacity-building support for tourism SMEs. “This was an important step toward helping our members grow stronger and more sustainable,” said Prebudda Jayasinghe, who was unanimously…
New Members of ASMET
ASMET is proud to announce the addition of the following companies as new members. President & Exco warmly welcome them all and look forward to driving even stronger membership in the near future. One Travels & Tours Travel Root (Pvt) Ltd. Visit 2 Lanka Luxury Holidays Asia (Pvt)Ltd. Wonder Isle Holidays (Pvt)Ltd. Ceylon Experieces (Pvt)…