Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath met internationally acclaimed French DJ and music producer DJ Snake and other international artists in Colombo today, during their visit to Sri Lanka for the two-day Senter Music Festival at Port City Colombo.
During the meeting, the Minister thanked DJ Snake and the other artists for accepting the invitation to perform in Sri Lanka and contributing to the country's growing international entertainment scene.
He also invited DJ Snake to revisit Sri Lanka for a holiday and experience the country's natural beauty, cultural heritage and hospitality.
The Minister highlighted the growing importance of international music festivals and concerts in promoting tourism, saying the Government was committed to positioning Sri Lanka as a regional destination for international entertainment and major events.
He said attracting more international artists and events would increase Sri Lanka's global visibility, boost tourist arrivals and create new economic opportunities.
Minister Herath also stressed the importance of creating more opportunities for young people to engage in music, entertainment and cultural activities, recognising the creativity and enthusiasm of the younger generation.
The meeting focused on strengthening Sri Lanka's position as an international destination for entertainment tourism while encouraging artists, event organisers and investors to bring more global events to the country.
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