Colombo, Sri Lanka – The Event Management Association of Sri Lanka (EMA) represented Sri Lanka at EEMAGINE 2026, one of India’s leading annual conventions for the event and entertainment industry, highlighting the growing recognition of Sri Lanka’s event management capabilities across the region.

The Sri Lankan delegation comprised Saliya Weerasekera, President of EMA; Roshan Wijeyaratne, Inaugural President and Advisory Council Member; and Suranga Fernando. Their participation provided an important platform to connect with leading professionals from the regional event management and entertainment sectors, exchange industry knowledge and experiences, and strengthen professional networks.

Sri Lankan Leadership Recognised on the Regional Stage

A key highlight of EEMAGINE 2026 was the invitation extended to Saliya Weerasekera, President of EMA, to take the stage and present awards during the convention.

The invitation represented a significant moment for Sri Lanka’s event management sector, placing its leadership alongside prominent professionals and industry figures from across the regional events community.

Commenting on the occasion, Weerasekera said the invitation was not only a personal honour but also recognition of the capabilities and contribution of Sri Lankan event professionals to the wider industry.

He further noted that platforms such as EEMAGINE provide valuable opportunities for industry professionals to learn from regional markets, exchange experiences and establish stronger connections that can support the continued development of the sector.

Strengthening Regional Collaboration

EMA’s participation at EEMAGINE 2026 reflects the association’s continued efforts to create greater opportunities for Sri Lankan event professionals to engage with the regional and international events industry.

Through international exposure, knowledge sharing and professional networking, EMA aims to support the development of Sri Lanka’s event management sector while encouraging local professionals to adopt global industry practices and standards.

The convention also offered an opportunity for the Sri Lankan delegation to gain insights into emerging trends within the event and entertainment landscape and explore avenues for greater collaboration with industry stakeholders across the region.

Raising Sri Lanka’s Profile in the Events Industry

The presence of the EMA delegation, together with the President’s invitation to present awards, highlights the growing visibility of Sri Lanka’s event management expertise beyond the domestic market.

Such regional engagements can contribute to strengthening professional relationships, opening new avenues for collaboration and positioning Sri Lanka as a capable destination for international events and related business opportunities.

EMA’s participation at EEMAGINE 2026 therefore represents more than a presence at a regional industry convention. It underscores the association’s broader commitment to connecting Sri Lankan professionals with the international events ecosystem and creating opportunities for the local industry to expand its regional footprint.