Kandalama, Sri Lanka – 25 January 2026An exclusive Symposium on Sustainable Tourism was successfully held on 25 January 2026 at Amba Yaalu – Kandalama, Sri Lanka’s first all-women-led hotel, operated by Thema Collection. The symposium brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and sustainability practitioners to discuss innovative and practical pathways to embed sustainability across the tourism value chain. The discussions explored key topics including low-impact destination planning, plastic-free tourism models, climate-responsive design, biodiversity-positive operations, and community-led and inclusive tourism initiatives, positioning tourism as a powerful driver of sustainable development. He appreciated Thema Collection for hosting the symposium at a property that embodies sustainability and social empowerment in practice. Joining the discussion, Mr. Chandra Wickramasinghe, Chairman and Managing Director of Thema Collection, reflected on the importance of bold decision-making in shaping Sri Lanka’s tourism landscape.