Sri Lanka features prominently at World Scout Jamboree in Japan

Sri Lanka Tourism was promoted in the Japanese market with Sri Lanka taking centre-stage at the 23rd World Scout Jamboree staged in Yamaguchi, Japan. 

The event attracted 33,838 participants from 143 countries. The Sri Lankan contingent showcased the country on the theme ‘8 wonderful experiences in 8 wonderful days’ which was very well received given the diverse interest of the recipients, said the Chief Scout Commissioner for Sri Lanka Prof. Nimal de Silva.

The Sri Lankan delegation included 116 members - 84 scouts, 6 officials and 26 International Service Team members under the leadership of the Chief Scout Commissioner Prof. Nimal de Silva, Deputy Chief Commissioner Shiraz Salih, International Commissioner Janaprith Fernando.

The theme of the Jamboree was ‘Wa: A Spirit of Unity’, meaning harmony, unity or togetherness. This was an ideal platform to highlight Sri Lanka’s unique culture, heritage and diversity.

The Sri Lankan Day was celebrated at the Jamboree with a typical Sri Lankan Food Festival whilst the culture was depicted with a colorful Perahera.  

The Prince of Japan together with the Prime Minister of Japan visited the Jamboree site as the Chief Guests on International Day whilst the Saudi Prince also visited the Jamboree. This gave major exposure to Sri Lanka, a communiqué from the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotions Bureau noted.