PESHAWAR
Barrister Feroz Jamal Shah Kakakhel, the Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Information for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, held a constructive meeting with Minister of Tourism for Sri Lanka, Harin Fernando at the sidelines of the World Travel Mart event in London.
According to a statement issued here on Thursday, provincial minister Kakakhel and Minister Fernando explored avenues for collaboration in the tourism sector, emphasizing the shared cultural and historical heritage between the province and Sri Lanka.
Barrister Feroz Jamal Shah Kakakhel highlighted the rich cultural diversity, historical significance, and natural beauty of KP, inviting Sri Lanka to explore the untapped tourism opportunities.
Mr Kakakhel conveyed his vision of promoting sustainable tourism practices that would not only boost the local economy but also foster cultural understanding and exchange between the two nations.
Minister Harin Fernando praised the efforts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in developing its tourism sector and expressed interest in sharing best practices and expertise to further enhance the visitor experience in both regions.
The meeting concluded with a commitment to the exchange of tourism experts, joint marketing efforts, and the facilitation of travel between Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Sri Lanka.
