Sri Lanka's Apex Organisation for Export Promotion
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 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.
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) recently hosted His Excellency Mr. Ihab I. M. Khalil, Ambassador of the State of Palestine to Sri Lanka, for a courtesy call that aimed at fostering stronger trade ties and exploring new avenues for bilateral cooperation.
The official website of the Voyage Sri Lanka 2025 Conference was launched 13th August 2025 by Mr. Mangala Wijesinghe, Chairman and Chief Executive of the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), at the EDB premises.
His Excellency President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday (August 12, 2025) chaired the Second Export Development Council of Ministers Meeting (EDCM) at the Presidential Secretariat, marking significant milestones in Sri Lanka's ambitious journey toward achieving USD 36 billion in annual export revenue by 2030.
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) recently held a strategic meeting with 15 newly appointed diplomatic representatives, aimed at strengthening the country's export capabilities and enhancing market penetration across diverse international regions.
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) held a successful discussion today 06th August 2025 regarding the 20% tariff recently imposed by the United States on Sri Lankan goods. High-level government officials and numerous export sector representatives gathered for this discussion to plan future actions to be taken in facing the impact of American tariffs.
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) hosted a high-level meeting on August 1, 2025, with a delegation from the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) to discuss the progress of Audit of poultry slaughter houses and further discussions on enabling Sri Lankan poultry exports to Singapore. The meeting was chaired by EDB Chairman/CEO Mr. Mangala Wijesinghe and attended by Director General Ms. Champika D. Dharmasena, senior EDB officials, as well as the senior officials from the Department of Animal Production and Health (DAPH) and the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Land & Irrigation.
The 1st of August 2025 marks the 46th anniversary of the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), the country’s apex organization for export promotion and development. Established under the Sri Lanka Export Development Act No. 40 of 1979, the EDB plays a pivotal role in shaping a vibrant and diversified export sector, positioning Sri Lanka as a competitive player in global trade.
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), under the patronage of Hon. Sunil Handunnetti, Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, successfully conducted the Regional Exporters Networking Forum on Tuesday, 29th July 2025, at the Mahaweli Reach Hotel, Katugastota, Kandy.
