Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath attended the inauguration of the Grand Serendib Colombo, Sri Lanka’s first AI-powered hotel, held last night (10th of October ) at the Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo.
The event also marked the 20th anniversary of ABEC, the company behind the project. Sri Lanka National Cricket Team Head Coach Sanath Jayasuriya and ABEC Premier Dilip K. Herath joined Minister Herath in officially launching this landmark initiative.
Speaking at the ceremony, Minister Herath stated, “This project is a significant investment in Sri Lanka, reflecting the growing potential of our tourism sector. By integrating artificial intelligence, it will take the country’s smart hospitality and tourism industry to a new level.”
The inauguration was attended by MP Dr. Harsha de Silva, as well as professors, diplomats, and academics from both local and international universities, highlighting the project’s importance for Sri Lanka’s tourism and innovation landscape.
