May 05, Colombo: Sri Lanka Deputy Minister of Tourism Faiszer Musthapha has decided to cancel his participation at tomorrow’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in United Arab Emirates, due to political requirements seen at the forthcoming Eastern Province elections.

In the absence of the Deputy Minister, Sri Lanka Tourism Promotions Bureau Managing Director, Dileep Mudandeniya is expected to lead the Sri Lankan delegation comprising over 100 travel trade professionals including public and private sector officials.

Arabian Travel Market will take place from 6th to 9th May at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.

ATM is the industry's leading travel and tourism exhibition dedicated to unlocking the business potential within the Middle East and pan Arab region. The 2008 exhibition is expected to attract over 23,449 attendees from over 100 countries.