Sri Lanka's Apex Organisation for Export Promotion
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) successfully conducted a workshop on the application and impacts of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and export trade in Jaffna.
Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Consulate General in Shanghai, China successfully organized a Technology Upgardation & exposure visit parallel to China International Sewing Machinery & Accessories Show (CISMA) 2025 from 24th to 28th September 2025 in Shanghai, China for the Sri Lankan Apparel sector companies.
A regional consultation workshop was successfully held today (09th) in Kandy as part of an initiative launched by the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) in partnership with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to develop the National Export Development Plan (2025-2029).
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), together with the Sri Lanka Embassy in Beijing and the Consulate General in Guangzhou, successfully organized an outward trade delegation to China from 16th to 23rd September 2025, with the aim of promoting Ceylon Cinnamon and other value-added spices in the Chinese market.
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) successfully conducted a networking forum for exporters from the North Western and North Central Provinces on the 3rd of October at the Kandyan Reach Hotel in Kurunegala, under the patronage of Hon. Sunil Handunnetti, Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development.
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in partnership with the Asian Development Bank (ADB), has commenced a series of stakeholder consultations aimed at formulating the National Export Development Plan (NEDP) 2025-2029, a strategic initiative to strengthen the country's export competitiveness and drive sustainable economic growth.
Sri Lanka successfully showcased its export potential, investment opportunities, and tourism offerings at the Sri Lanka Business Forum and Networking Session held on 26th September 2025 during the World Expo 2025 in Osaka.
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, recently hosted a dynamic workshop at EDB Head Office to boost the international visibility of Sri Lanka’s creative textile sector.
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Saudi Arabia, successfully organized the Sri Lanka Pavilion at Foodex Saudi 2025, held from 21st to 24th September 2025 at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Centre. This marked Sri Lanka’s second participation in the Kingdom’s premier food and beverage trade fair.
The much-anticipated Marine Summit – Voyage Sri Lanka 2025 will be held on 16th October 2025 at the Kingsbury Hotel, Colombo, bringing together global leaders, policymakers, investors, and professionals from across the globe in the field of Blue Economy.
Sri Lanka’s export sector continued to demonstrate resilience and steady growth during the first eight months of 2025, recording total earnings of US$ 11,554.32 Mn. This reflects a strong 6.61% increase compared to the corresponding period in 2024.
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the International Trade Centre (ITC), has unveiled the updated SheTrades Outlook Country Profile for Sri Lanka, highlighting the country’s ongoing efforts to empower women entrepreneurs and expand their participation in international trade. The report provides a detailed assessment of the business environment for women-led enterprises and identifies opportunities for growth in Sri Lanka’s export sector.
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) and Germany’s Import Promotion Desk (IPD) will formalize their longstanding collaboration through a Cooperation Agreement, expanding support to Sri Lanka’s digital products and services sector alongside natural ingredients and processed foods.
Sri Lanka’s ambition to position itself as a global hub for trusted organic products was further strengthened by successfully conducting its fourth phase of island-wide awareness campaign in Anuradhapura by the National Organic Control Unit (NOCU) of the Sri Lanka Export Development Board on the 29th of August 2025 at Hotel White House, Anuradhapura. The one-day seminar attracted farmers, entrepreneurs, exporters, and stakeholders from North Central Province who gathered to deepen their understanding of organic agriculture and explore new opportunities in this fast-growing sector.
A special meeting between the Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, Mr. Sunil Handunnetti, and Export Development Officers serving under the Ministry across the Southern, Western, and Sabaragamuwa provinces was held on the 03rd September 2025 at the premises of the Export Development Board (EDB).
The Export Development Board (EDB) recently conducted a specialized awareness session for potential exporters in the handicrafts, giftware, lifestyle, and toy sectors. The event was organized by the Trade Facilitation and Trade Information Division of the EDB.
Sri Lanka's export sector has demonstrated remarkable resilience and steady momentum during the first seven months of 2025, with total exports reaching US$ 9,992.53 Mn, marking a robust 7.79 % growth compared to the corresponding period in 2024.
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) recently hosted an insightful seminar titled “Smart Solutions for Agricultural & Aquaculture Exporters” in North Western Province on 18th August 2025 at the Kurunagala District Secretariat for the first time. More than 50 exporters/suppliers/manufacturers from Agriculture & Aquaculture industry in North Western Province and Central Province attended this interactive seminar. Dr. Chamila Perera, Principal Agriculture Scientist, National Resources Management Centre (NRMC) Peradeniya, Dr. Aruna Kumara, Senior Lecturer, Department of Agricultural Technology, Faculty of Technology, University of Colombo, Eng. Ranga Pieris – CEO, Egravity Solutions Pvt Ltd, and Mr. Gayan Akmeemana – Egravity Solutions Pvt Ltd attended as resource speakers at the seminar.
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board's (EDB) National Packaging Centre (NPC) conducted an awareness workshop on spices packaging for over 75 exporters and potential exporters, aimed at enhancing product competitiveness in local and international markets.
Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) have established a strategic partnership to strengthen the Sri Lankan ICT/BPM sector within the Japanese market. Started in 2024, this initiative supports 30 Sri Lankan SME ICT/BPM companies and startups over a period of two years by providing market intelligence, business coaching, and matchmaking services. Building on nearly a decade of collaboration of JICA with Sri Lankan since 2014, this program aims to foster technological exchange, spur innovation, and enhance global trade relations, driving sustained economic growth for both nations.
