With 550 Indian travel stakeholders and media personnel, the 67th TAAI Convention solidified its position as a premier travel event in the region. It attracted industry professionals seeking networking, knowledge exchange, and partnership building. The convention aimed to foster partnerships and cooperation between the two countries, strengthening bilateral ties.
The Sri Lankan hospitality was at its best, and they skilfully organised every detail to leave a captivating and memorable experience for all the delegates. As the event unfolded over the three days, attendees experienced a myriad of activities and insightful business sessions aimed at fostering collaborations, knowledge sharing, and business opportunities.
The inaugural function of the 67th conference of TAAI commenced at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) in Colombo, setting the stage for an awe-inspiring opening ceremony that left the audience captivated. The conference centred around the profound bond shared by India and Sri Lanka, showcasing the vibrant essence of Sri Lankan culture through a mesmerising performance by the renowned Channa-Upuli Dance Troupe.
Nishad Wijetunga, President, SLAITO, warmly welcomed the distinguished delegation. Both Jyoti Mayal, President, TAAI, and Gopal Baglay, Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, addressed the gathering, emphasising the significance of India-Sri Lanka relations in the context of tourism. The chief guest of the evening, His Excellency President Ranil Wickremasinghe, further reiterated the profound bond between the two nations with a brilliant speech highlighting the awe-inspiring sights of Sri Lanka. Harin Fernando, Minister of Tourism and Lands, graced the event as the guest of honour.
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