Sri Lanka reinstates old visa system after Supreme Court suspends outsourcing contract with Indian firms.

Sri Lanka's new President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has reinstated the previous visa application system following the Supreme Court's suspension of a controversial outsourcing contract with Indian firms including VFS Global. This decision, effective September 26, aims to address difficulties faced by tourists and restore tourism amidst allegations of irregularities in the multimillion-dollar deal. A forensic audit will investigate any misconduct related to the contract.

September 26, 2024
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