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Sri Lankan Embassy takes part in Brazilian trade promotion event

2019-10-30/ Daily FT

Sri Lankan Embassy takes part in Brazilian trade promotion event

The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Brasília, under the Economic Diplomacy Program initiated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and with the patronage of the Department of Commerce, the Export Development Board, the Coconut Development Authority, and the Sri Lanka Tea Board, held a trade promotional program in the State of Minas Gerais from 15 to 17 October.

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‘Sri Lanka: A Proud Heritage of Craftsmanship’ at Manila FAME 2019

2019-10-30/ http://www.ft.lk/business/Sri-Lanka-A-Proud-Heritage-of-Craftsmanship-at-Manila-FAME-2019/34-688626

‘Sri Lanka: A Proud Heritage of Craftsmanship’ at Manila FAME 2019

The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Manila, in cooperation with the Sri Lanka Export Development Board, participated at the Manila FAME 2019 from 17-19 October at the World Trade Centre, Pasay City, Philippines. The delegation comprised 14 members who represented the handicraft, home decor, and lifestyle industry of Sri Lanka.

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Public-private collaboration to boost export sector

2019-10-29

Public-private collaboration to boost export sector

Involvement of the public and private sector in the development of the country’s economy has been the trend in the world for the past few decades. It is not possible to achieve any sector development by focusing interventions solely on the private or public sector. In fact, many of the challenges faced by the private sector can be overcome only in partnership with the public sector.

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IKEA evaluates best firms to start sourcing from Sri Lanka

2019-10-29/ http://www.ft.lk/business/IKEA-evaluates-best-firms-to-start-sourcing-from-Sri-Lanka/34-688557

IKEA evaluates best firms to start sourcing from Sri Lanka

Swedish-founded global home furnishings and appliances giant IKEA is in the process of evaluating further business opportunities in Sri Lanka to commence trading in the coming months.

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We wouldn’t be globally successful without Sri Lanka: IFS

2019-10-29/ http://www.ft.lk/front-page/We-wouldn-t-be-globally-successful-without-Sri-Lanka-IFS/44-688568

We wouldn’t be globally successful without Sri Lanka: IFS

Global enterprise applications company IFS with over $ 700 million in revenue said recently it wouldn’t have been successful without Sri Lanka where it relies heavily for development, product and customer support and innovation.

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SLAMERP takes initiative to work towards dedicated rubber city

2019-10-28/ http://www.ft.lk/business/SLAMERP-takes-initiative-to-work-towards-dedicated-rubber-city/34-688480

SLAMERP takes initiative to work towards dedicated rubber city

Sri Lanka Association of Manufacturers and Exporters of Rubber Products (SLAMERP) has initiated discussions with Ministry of Development Strategies International Trade (MODSIT) along with Export Development Board (EDB) and the Board of Investment (BOI) to develop a dedicated rubber City/Zone. This action is part of the rubber masterplan that was launched in 2016/2017 to increase rubber exports.

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EDB organises Sri Lanka pavilion at GITEX Technology Week

2019-10-23/ http://www.ft.lk/business/EDB-organises-Sri-Lanka-pavilion-at-GITEX-Technology-Week/34-688158

EDB organises Sri Lanka pavilion at GITEX Technology Week

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) organised a Sri Lanka country pavilion at the GITEX Technology Week, held from 6-10 October.

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CINEC shines at Presidential Export Awards

2019-10-21/ http://www.ft.lk/youthcareershigher-education/CINEC-shines-at-Presidential-Export-Awards/30-687986

CINEC shines at Presidential Export Awards

CINEC affirmed another milestone in the outstanding performance and academic excellence with the receipt of the Presidential Export Award in the Category of Education Services for the Year 2018 / 2019.

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Sri Lanka plans big for 6 month long Expo 2020 Dubai

2019-10-18/ Source at: Daily Mirror

Sri Lanka plans big for 6 month long Expo 2020 Dubai

Sri Lanka yesterday launched the official website announcing the country’s participation in the six-month long Expo 2020 Dubai, anticipating a major boost to exports, tourism and investments while looking to enhance the country’s brand value and image globally.

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Participation of Sri Lankan Companies at Supply Side West 2019 Exhibition

2019-10-17

Participation of Sri Lankan Companies at Supply Side West 2019 Exhibition

Supply Side West will be held on 17 & 18 October 2019 at EXPO hall, Mandalay Bay, 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd Las Vegas, NV 89119.

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Sri Lanka discusses Expo 2020 participation with UAE envoy

2019-10-16/ Daily Mirror E-Paper

Sri Lanka discusses Expo 2020 participation with UAE envoy

Indira Malwatte, Chairperson & Chief Executive of EDB and the Commissioner General of Sri Lanka for Expo 2020 Dubai together with the private sector stakeholders; Secretary Generals of the National Chamber of Exporters and National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka, Shiham Marikkar and Bandula Dissanayake and the Co- Chair Planning Sub Committee of Expo 2020 Dubai, Fazal Mushin met Ahmed Ali Ibrahim Al Mualla, the ambassador for UAE in Sri Lanka this week at the embassy premises to further strengthen Sri Lanka’s commitment in participation at Expo 2020 Dubai and to review the progress made so far.

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Iconic Sri Lankan Cricketers Mahela and Kumar - Sri Lanka’s Brand Ambassadors for Expo 2020 Dubai

2019-10-14

Iconic Sri Lankan Cricketers Mahela and Kumar - Sri Lanka’s Brand Ambassadors for Expo 2020 Dubai

Mahela Jayawardena and Kumar Sangakkara - two of the most iconic cricketers produced by the country has come on board as Sri Lanka’s Brand Ambassadors for Expo 2020 Dubai organized by the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) as a public private cooperation project .

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EFL bags Best Exporter for Logistics Services at Presidential Export Awards 2018/19

2019-10-14

EFL bags Best Exporter for Logistics Services at Presidential Export Awards 2018/19

Expolanka Freight Ltd. (EFL), a pioneer provider of global logistics, took home the award for Best Exporter of Logistics Services, at the Presidential Export Awards (PEA) 2018/19, held on 19 September at the BMICH.

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Poland and Sri Lanka strengthen bilateral trade relationship

2019-10-12/ http://www.ft.lk/front-page/Poland-and-Sri-Lanka-strengthen-bilateral-trade-relationship/44-687495

Poland and Sri Lanka strengthen bilateral trade relationship

In a bid to strengthen the bilateral trade relationship between Poland and Sri Lanka, LOT Polish Airlines will accompany a trade delegation to Colombo from Warsaw.

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Sri Lanka boat industry captures the Italian market

2019-10-10/ http://www.ft.lk/business/Sri-Lanka-boat-industry-captures-the-Italian-market/34-687364

Sri Lanka boat industry captures the Italian market

The boat and shipbuilding sector is identified as a focused sector in the National Export Strategy (NES) 2018-2020. This sector is a leading industry and an emerging export sector offering a wide variety of products and services to international markets.

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Strategic action plan to boost wellness tourism

2019-10-08/ http://www.ft.lk/front-page/Strategic-action-planto-boost-wellness-tourism/44-687239

Strategic action plan to boost wellness tourism

Wellness tourism in Sri Lanka will be boosted by a ground-breaking strategic action plan by the Export Development Board (EDB), which has partnered Australia’s Market Development Facility (MDF) for support.

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CCI launches Sri Lanka Housing & Construction Exhibition 2020

2019-10-08/ http://www.ft.lk/propertyconstruction/CCI-launches-Sri-Lanka-Housing-Construction-Exhibition-2020/10516-687204

CCI launches Sri Lanka Housing & Construction Exhibition 2020

The Chamber of Construction Industry Sri Lanka (CCI) held an iconic launch of the forthcoming Build Sri Lanka Housing and Construction International Expo 2020, scheduled from 22-24 May 2020.

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Global Swedish giant IKEA resumes sourcing from Sri Lanka Nearly 70 firms keen to do business

2019-10-01/ http://www.ft.lk/front-page/Nearly-70-SL-firms-keen-to-do-biz-with-IKEA/44-686778

Global Swedish giant IKEA resumes sourcing from Sri Lanka Nearly 70 firms keen to do business

IKEA, the Swedish-founded global home furnishings and appliances giant, has resumed sourcing from Sri Lanka with a planned increase in the number of products after a lapse of few years giving a big boost for the export sector.

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BoardPAC successfully establishes footprint in Africa

2019-10-01/ http://www.ft.lk/business/BoardPAC-successfully-establishes-footprint-in-Africa/34-686765

BoardPAC successfully establishes footprint in Africa

As the most awarded board automation solution with a leading market share in Asia, BoardPAC, in its mission to be ranked number one globally, has firmly established its name in the African region.

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