Embassy of China in Colombo, Sri Lanka; address 381-A Bauddhaloka Mawatha, 00700, Colombo; phone +94112688610. Head of mission: Mr. Qi Zhenhong.
Head of mission: Mr. Qi Zhenhong, Ambassador (as of 2020)
China offers a compelling mix of modern infrastructure, rich cultural heritage, and diverse natural landscapes, making it an appealing destination for some Sri Lankan travelers. With around 300,000 Sri Lankans traveling abroad annually, a portion may find China an attractive option for their travels.
China is generally considered safe for tourists from Sri Lanka. According to the Global Peace Index, China ranks 87th out of 160 countries, which is better than Sri Lanka's ranking of 99th. The murder rate in China is significantly lower at 0.5 per 100,000 people, compared to Sri Lanka's 3.5. In terms of organized crime, while both countries face challenges, China's scores in the Global Organized Crime Index indicate a higher level of organized crime (7.0 for mafia groups and 7.5 for crime networks) compared to Sri Lanka (4.0 and 5.0 respectively). However, China has lower rates of certain types of crime, such as arms trafficking (2.5) compared to Sri Lanka (5.0). Overall, while there are some concerns regarding organized crime in China, the country is statistically safer for tourists compared to Sri Lanka.