### Sri Lankan Airport Managers Enhance Capacity via India-Led Program ✈️

A delegation from Airport and Aviation Services Sri Lanka Ltd (AASL) recently completed a specialized two-week training program at the Indian Aviation Academy (IAA) in New Delhi, strengthening bilateral ties in the aviation and infrastructure sectors. • Program Scope: 10 AASL managers received intensive training (March 9–20) covering terminal operations, passenger planning, air traffic management, aviation safety, and crisis management. • Strategic Framework: The initiative is part of an expanded cooperation agreement, which now includes 700 customized training slots annually for Sri Lankan professionals, as announced by the Indian Prime Minister in April 2025. • Broader Context: This training complements an existing MoU that sees nearly 300 Sri Lankan civil servants trained annually, focusing on governance and development administration. • Economic Impact: Capacity building in civil aviation is critical for Sri Lanka’s tourism recovery and logistics efficiency, ensuring international standards in airport management and passenger facilitation.