Sri Lankan Giftware and Lifestyle sector blends traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques, producing unique items such as batiks, handloom textiles, wooden products, and ceramic products, bamboo and rattan products with annual export revenue over USD 60 Mn. Most of the potential exporters can be categorized under SME category which provide direct employment for over 200,000 people including Artisans.
Given the importance of exploring opportunities in the international market for this sector, the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) in collaboration with the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) organized an EDB stall at the fair which was manned by the EDB to display the exclusive products of 11 Sri Lankan Giftware and Lifestyle companies, Further, a 3 member trade delegation also visited the HKTDC Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair which was held from 27th to 30th April 2025 at Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center, Hong Kong .
Sri Lankan companies displayed their products at the EDB Stall, at Hong Kong HKTDC Gifts and Premium Fair 2025 include Trickledown (Pvt) Limited, Leila Lanka (Pvt) Limited, Novel Ceramic (Pvt) Limited, Candle House Ceylon, Mana Ceylon Manufacturers Pvt Ltd, Crafter’s Collection, Sena Eco (Pvt) Limited, Kalutara Ceramic, Dilanka Porcelain Center, Ceylon Brushtech (Pvt) Limited and Kanrich 2nd life. In addition, a three-member trade delegation comprising representatives from Dazzle, Sena Eco (Pvt) Ltd, and Josephs Foundation (Pvt) Ltd participated in the fair to explore new trade opportunities and international connections.
The EDB stall drew substantial interest from international buyers, importers, and distributors particularly those seeking sustainable and eco-friendly giftware solutions. Over 100 visitors engaged with the Sri Lankan stall, expressing strong interest in ceramic items, coir products, plant-based paper goods, and upcycled products.
Adding to the significance of the event, Mr. Derek Hung, Honorary Consul for Sri Lanka in Hong Kong, visited the stall at the invitation of the Sri Lankan Embassy in Beijing. He facilitated a meeting with members of the Sri Lankan community in Hong Kong, where discussions were held on mobilizing the diaspora to support the promotion of Sri Lankan products in future events.
Sri Lanka’s participation in the HKTDC Gifts & Premium Fair 2025 reaffirmed its position as a reliable and competitive supplier of high-quality, handmade, and sustainable giftware products. The fair also provided valuable insights into emerging market trends, innovative design concepts, and new export channels, paving the way for long-term business collaborations.
This initiative marks a significant step towards expanding the international footprint of Sri Lanka's Giftware and Lifestyle sector. Building on this momentum, the EDB plans to continue this engagement in future editions of the fair, opening doors to new markets and reinforcing Sri Lanka’s presence in the global giftware industry.
