The Government has not decided to run a specific tourism promotion campaign targeting LGBTQ+ foreign tourists, the Ministry of Tourism said, addressing the recent public discourse surrounding the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau’s (SLTPB) communication regarding LGBTQ-themed events. Issuing a statement, the Tourism Ministry said that while such proposals, among others, have been presented for consideration, they are part of broader discussions aimed at reinforcing Sri Lanka’s image as a safe and welcoming destination for all travellers. The Tourism Ministry went on to note that any future initiatives will be carefully evaluated within the framework of national tourism priorities and…
LGBTQ Themed Tourism : Ministry issues clarification
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