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EDB creates a platform to develop bilateral trade between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh

2021-11-08

EDB creates a platform to develop bilateral trade between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh

A multi-party meeting on enhancing bilateral trade between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh was held at the Export Development Board (EDB) on 3rd November, 2021, under the patronage of the Hon. Minister of Trade, Dr. Bandula Gunawardena and High Commissioner of Bangladesh to Sri Lanka H.E Tareq Md Ariful Islam with the participation of companies that export products to Bangladesh.

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24th Presidential Export Awards on 26 November

2021-11-04

24th Presidential Export Awards on 26 November

Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) is planning to hold the 24th Presidential Export Awards Ceremony for the financial years 2019/20 and 2020/21 on 26th November 2021 at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) under the patronage of His Excellency the President, Gotabaya Rajapaksa.  

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Sri Lanka participates in INTRAFOOD trade fair in Belgium

2021-11-03

Sri Lanka participates in INTRAFOOD trade fair in Belgium

The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Belgium, together with the Export Development Board of Sri Lanka (EDB) promoted Ceylon tea, Sri Lanka spices and coconut-based products at the 8th edition of the INTRAFOOD trade fair in Kotrijk, Belgium on 27 to 28 October 2021.

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Exports earns nearly one billion dollars in September 2021

2021-10-29

Exports earns nearly one billion dollars in September 2021

Sri Lanka’s merchandize exports in September 2021 recorded US$ 995.8 Mn as per the data released by the Sri Lanka Customs. 

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Sri Lanka’s virtual boat show commences

2021-10-27

Sri Lanka’s virtual boat show commences

Virtual Boat Show Sri Lanka 2021 commenced yesterday (25-10-2021) providing a single platform for all related business sectors involved directly and indirectly in the boat and shipbuilding industry and nautical tourism sector. 

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New Regulations on Exporter Registration (Food & Agriculture Products) In China

2021-10-13

New Regulations on Exporter Registration (Food & Agriculture Products) In China

EDB has been informed by the Sri Lanka Embassy in China that New Regulation on Exporter Registration will be in effective from 1st January 2022 imposed by the General Administration of Custom of China (GACC) for all overseas food manufacturers.

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Sri Lanka’s ICT/BPM Country Brand the “Island of Ingenuity” Promoted at the ICT Digital Week in Luxembourg

2021-09-28

Sri Lanka’s ICT/BPM Country Brand the “Island of Ingenuity” Promoted at the ICT Digital Week in Luxembourg

Sri Lanka’s ICT/BPM country Brand the “Island of Ingenuity” – IOI, was promoted at the Digital ICT Week in Luxembourg from 13th to 17th September 2021.

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Sri Lanka’s Export Performance January - August 2021

2021-09-22

Sri Lanka’s Export Performance January - August 2021

Sri Lanka’s merchandize exports in August 2021 recorded an increase of 14.4 % to US$ 1,083.56 Mn as compared to US$ 947.2 Mn recorded in August 2020 as per the data released by the Sri Lanka Customs. 

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Sri Lankan Food & Beverage Products Promoted at Trade Events in South Korea

2021-09-16

Sri Lankan Food & Beverage Products Promoted at Trade Events in South Korea

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Embassy in South Korea organized Sri Lanka product displays to promote the Food & Beverage sector in the Korean market. Sri Lankan food products were promoted in Korea Import Good Fair (KIGF) organized by Korea Importers Association (KOIMA) from 22nd to 24thJuly, 2021, at COEX, Seoul, and during the Seoul Food & Hotel Show (SFH) which was held at Korea International Exhibition Center (Kintex) from 27thto 30th July, 2021. Both events provided opportunities for Sri Lankan entrepreneurs to explore new business leads and strengthen the existing business networks.

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A Conference to share information about, and opportunities in, the Buddhist Education Sector in Sri Lanka with prospective institutions in Viet Nam

2021-08-30

A Conference to share information about, and opportunities in, the Buddhist Education Sector in Sri Lanka with prospective institutions in Viet Nam

The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Viet Nam and the Export Development Board of Sri Lanka (EDB) organized a virtual conference to share information about, and opportunities in, the Buddhist Education Sector in Sri Lanka with prospective institutions in Viet Nam, on the 25th of August 2021. The main purpose of holding the virtual conference was to promote Sri Lanka as the prime destination at which prospective Vietnamese Monks, Nuns and laymen may learn, practice and follow the Noble Doctrine of the Lord Buddha. The event was attended by more than 100 Vietnamese Monks, Nuns and laymen who are willing to further their studies in Sri Lanka.

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24th Presidential Export Awards Ceremony to be held on 26th November 2021 at BMICH

2021-08-23

24th Presidential Export Awards Ceremony to be held on 26th November 2021 at BMICH

Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) is planning to hold the 24rh Presidential Export Awards Ceremony for the financial years 2019/20 and 2020/21 on 26th November 2021 at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) under the patronage of His Excellency the President, Gotabaya Rajapaksa.

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Sri Lanka’s Export Performance January - July 2021

2021-08-20

Sri Lanka’s Export Performance January - July 2021

Sri Lanka’s exports have surpassed the $ 1 billion mark in July after four months’ time period where the similar achievement was only recorded in March during this year.

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Lankan Embassy in Germany holds webinar on ‘Finding a Market for Agri Products in EU

2021-08-20

Lankan Embassy in Germany holds webinar on ‘Finding a Market for Agri Products in EU

A webinar on ‘Finding a Market for Agri Products in EU’ with a special focus on organic markets, organised by the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Germany in collaboration with the Import Promotion Desk of Germany and Export Development Board of Sri Lanka was held on 29 July, with over 200 participants across large to SME Agri sector exporters.

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Future success in exports driven on back of niche product strategy

2021-08-17

Future success in exports driven on back of niche product strategy

EDB Chairman Suresh De Mel noted that Sri Lanka’s future success in exports would be driven on the back of a niche-product strategy. He noted multiple successes of export revenue generation companies and how they have successfully exploited niche markets.

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EDB Chief raises concerns over shortage of containers for export shipments

2021-08-12

EDB Chief raises concerns over shortage of containers for export shipments

The Export Development Board (EDB) raised concerns on the shortage of containers as a result of multiple global supply chain bottlenecks.

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Govt. to boost boat building and related services

2021-08-11

Govt. to boost boat building and related services

The Government yesterday (09-08-2021) said steps would be taken to pursue a national strategy to capitalise on prospects for boat building and related services, with specific proposals earmarked in the upcoming 2022 Budget.

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EDB Collaborates with CCC and USAID supported PARTNER Activity to build capacity of Development Officers on regional export facilitation

2021-08-06

EDB Collaborates with CCC and USAID supported PARTNER Activity to build capacity of Development Officers on regional export facilitation

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) is collaborating with The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC), and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) supported Partnership for Accelerating Results in Trade, National Expenditure and Revenue (PARTNER) Activity to implement a capacity building programme for Development Officers attached to EDB.

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Promotion of Sri Lanka’s exports in Fujian, China

2021-08-05

Promotion of Sri Lanka’s exports in Fujian, China

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board in collaboration with The Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Guangzhou and the Department of Commerce of Fujian successfully organized the Fujian, China - Sri Lanka Economic & Trade Forum and Matchmaking event on 28th July 2021 via “video conference + web cast”.

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EDB organizes stakeholder forum on organic agricultural exports

2021-07-29

EDB organizes stakeholder forum on organic agricultural exports

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) in association with the Sri Lanka Accreditation Board (SLAB) under the guidance of the Ministry of Trade organized a stakeholder forum on organic agricultural exports, which was chaired by Trade Minister Hon Bandula Gunawardena, on 27th July at NSBM Green University.

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EDB Develops A Vocational Education and Training (Vet) Plan for Sri Lanka’s Electrical & Electronics Industry

2021-07-28

EDB Develops A Vocational Education and Training (Vet) Plan for Sri Lanka’s Electrical & Electronics Industry

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) with the assistance of the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC) has prepared a Vocational Education Training Plan (VET Plan) for the Electrical and Electronics sector (EEC sector) in Sri Lanka to identify the skill gaps and training required to satisfy EEC sector needs to develop the Electrical and Electronics industry to support the national export drive. This was jointly funded by the EDB and the TVEC. The Sri Lanka Electronic Manufacturers and Exporters Association (SLEMEA) also extended their support in preparing this report. 

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