2026-03-27
Tea, apparel, spices, and gemstones are considered the cornerstone of Sri Lankan exports. These are the pillars that have long defined the country’s position in global trade. Yet just off the coastline, both literally and figuratively, lies an opportunity that has received far less attention than it deserves: the boat export sector, specifically leisure and recreational vessels.
2026-03-11
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) showcases Sri Lanka’s export potential at FOODEX Japan 2026, Asia’s leading international food and beverage trade fair, to be held from 10th to 13th March 2026 in Tokyo, Japan, through a dedicated EDB National Pavilion.
2026-03-10
While Sri Lanka has historically been famous for Ceylon Tea and oriental spices, its export economy has significantly diversified in recent decades to include industrial engineering products. During the past few decades, the country has established a strong reputation worldwide as a consistent supplier of high-quality industrial engineering goods.
2026-03-10
The global coloured gemstone jewellery market is driven by shifting consumer preferences away from traditional diamonds towards vibrant sapphires, rubies, emeralds, and rare specimens like Paraiba tourmalines and padparadscha sapphires. With the market valued at approximately USD 36 billion in 2025 and projected to reach USD 68 billion by 2035 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%, understanding regional market dynamics has never been more critical for exporters, retailers, and investors seeking to capitalise on this expansion.
2026-03-09
Sri Lanka made a remarkable presence at Gulfood 2026, one of the world’s largest and most prestigious food and beverage exhibitions, organized by the EDB Sri Lanka. With its participation, the island nation aims to showcase its rich food ingredients, premium-quality products, and dynamic export potential on a truly global stage.
Sri Lanka Expo 2027 is envisioned as a premier global platform that showcases Sri Lanka's diverse industries, export capabilities, and investment opportunities to the world. The exhibition will bring together local and international exhibitors, investors, policymakers, and industry leaders to foster innovation, collaboration, and sustainable economic growth.
EDB is organizing a Sri Lanka Country Pavilion at the “THAIFEX – Anuga Asia -2026”, international food fair to be held in Bangkok, Thailand from 26th May to 30th May, 2026
EDB is organizing Sri Lanka’s participation at POSIDONIA 2026 exhibition scheduled to be held from 01st to 05th June 2026 at Metropolitan Expo, Athens - Greece.
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The EDB hereby request all exporters (BOI and non-BOI) to submit company-specific issues which affect smooth operation of your export process / business to be taken up at the 26ᵗʰ Exporters’ Forum
The EDB is planning to assist Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) manufacturers in the Ayurveda, herbal, and cosmetic product sector to obtain GMP certification with the view of enhancing their production capabilities and product quality in line with international standards.
EDB is conducting a series of provincial level awareness sessions on export readiness, regulatory compliance requirements and opportunities available in the international market with the objective of identifying export potential SMEs at the regional level.
