The U.S. Embassy confirms the Level 2 advisory on Sri Lanka is unchanged, Opposition MP Harsha de Silva said, adding that Sri Lanka is safe and thriving.
Taking to ‘X’, MP Harsha de Silva said that the advisory was a routine update and that no new risks had been mentioned.
“Some media misreported old information. Tourism is booming, nearing 2018 highs! Come enjoy our culture & beauty,” he added.
Also addressing the matter, the Sri Lanka Tourism Alliance said that the US Department of State has reaffirmed its advisory with no change in overall risk.
The Alliance pointed out that the only update was the standard global note about landmine awareness, referencing a small, demarcated jungle area in the far north that is not near any tourist regions.
Sri Lanka remains a safe, welcoming, and rewarding destination for visitors, the Sri Lanka Tourism Alliance added.
According to reports, the travel advisory was updated last week (09) only to include landmine risks as lands in the Northern part of Sri Lanka had been released to the public after several years. (Newswire)
