斯里兰卡正逐步成为亚太地区重要的航空枢纽之一。斯里兰卡地处连接澳大利亚、亚洲与欧洲和中东的主要航线的十字路口，战略位置十分重要，除此之外，斯里兰卡政府对航空业和基础设施的承诺和投资也巩固了斯里兰卡的未来。
It is true that not all countries have the geographical advantage of Sri Lanka when it comes to offering great global connectivity. However, it is the vision of the Sri Lankan government that will be the deciding factor in its aviation success story. It has been investing in the development of infrastructure and implementing policies and incentives to make itself an attractive hub to international airline operators.
Recent years have seen Sri Lanka expand and modernize its airports, improving runway capacity, passenger terminals, and cargo handling facilities, and these developments have enhanced its efficiency and attractiveness to operators. Currently, Sri Lanka is considered a convenient stopover because of its location and competitive rates and because of the excellent facilities it offers transit passengers, including transit lounges and duty-free shopping. It also offers excellent advantages for cargo and logistics: Its airports are fully equipped with the latest infrastructure and facilities to handle air cargo, rendering it an important transshipment point for cargo for the region and beyond.
The Sri Lankan government’s vision teamed with its commitment to ongoing development are also creating a massive boost for the country’s tourism and business sectors. Although always a popular tourist destination due to its beautiful landscapes and rich culture, Sri Lanka is now establishing itself as a preferred destination for international conferences, exhibitions, and corporate events. I look forward to seeing its growing success as an aviation hub over the coming years.
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