Dhaka, Oct. 15 -- Sri Lanka is stepping up efforts to promote tourism and trade ties with Belgium, highlighting its economic recovery and appeal as a travel and investment destination during a reception at the Press Club Brussels Europe on October 13.

Ambassador J.A.D.S. Weerasena told attendees the country had made a "remarkable" recovery since 2022, with inflation under control and GDP growth exceeding expectations. He also described Sri Lanka as "one of the safest countries in the world," pointing to political stability and neutrality as key assets for investors.

Upcoming business events include the Embassy's Belgium and Luxembourg Business Council in November and the Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit in Colombo from December ...