The President Inaugurates the Matara Festival of the Arts

President Ranil Wickremesinghe officially inaugurated the Matara Festival of the Arts (MFA) today (02), MFA is a ground-breaking event spotlighting contemporary art and music both in Sri Lanka and on the global stage.

The festival which is being held at the historic Matara Fort from today till February 4th boasts a diverse array of activities, including captivating art and design exhibitions, mesmerizing musical performances, engaging workshops & discussions, vibrant community markets and an array of other cultural features.

Following in the footsteps of the renowned Galle Literary Festival, the Matara Festival of the Arts promises a unique experience for both locals and international tourists.

President Wickremesinghe, who attended the art exhibition, left his icon on the festivities by drawing two brush marks and leaving a commemorative note at the site where the paintings were crafted.

In attendance at the event were former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga, Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena, Minister of Power and Energy Kanchana Wijesekera, Minister of Public Security Tiran Alas, Presidential Senior Adviser on National Security and Chief of Presidential Staff Sagala Ratnayaka, Southern  Province Governor Willie Gamage, Ambassador of the United States to Sri Lanka Mrs. Julie Chang,  Members of Parliament Karuna Kodithuwakku, Nipuna Ranawaka, former Minister Malik Samarawickrama, United National Party ex-provincial council member Gayan Sanjeeva and other dignitaries.