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economy Scmp World 2026-04-30

Sri Lanka's 'emptiest airport' seeks investors for a major overhaul.

Sri Lanka's loss-making Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport requires significant investment and restructuring to attract potential investors. A previous lease agreement with an Indo-Russian joint venture failed commercially, leaving the airport with no regular flights.

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