Sri Lanka, Jan. 26 -- Sri Lanka's tourism sector is emerging as a key driver of sustainable economic growth, with increasing emphasis on environmentally responsible and zero-emission tourism, industry observers say. As the island nation records a gradual but steady recovery in tourist arrivals, policymakers and stakeholders are aligning growth with sustainability to ensure long-term benefits for both the economy and the environment.

Addressing the role of sustainable tourism sector development, Erik Solheim, a prominent advisor for green development noted, yesterday in Dambulla, which is among main tourist destinations in the country that Sri Lanka stands to benefit greatly from the industry due to its strong impact on job creation. He ...