📈 Sri Lanka Aims for APAC Medical Tourism Hub Status

Sri Lanka is intensifying efforts to become a premier destination for medical tourism and wellness, leveraging global platforms and strategic airline partnerships to drive patient inflows. • GlobalHealth Asia-Pacific Summit 2026: Sri Lanka will host the 10th-anniversary summit and awards on May 19–20, 2026. This marks the first dedicated GHAPAC healthcare platform in the country, focusing on oncology, cardiology, and preventive care. • Strategic Visibility: Partnering with five major international airlines, Sri Lanka’s healthcare and wellness offerings will be marketed directly to millions of long-haul passengers via in-flight and digital media. • Technological Milestone: Nawaloka Hospitals recently secured the "Leading Hospital in AI and Innovation of the Year in Asia Pacific" title, signaling Sri Lanka's growing capacity for advanced, technology-driven care. • Economic Impact: The initiative focuses on the ICT/BPM integration in digital health and the wellness sector (including Ayurveda), aiming to capitalize on rising global demand for elective procedures and recovery services. • Key Drivers: Growth is supported by competitive pricing, skilled medical professionals, and a focus on international standards to build global trust. Based on recent industry announcements.