Sri Lanka's Apex Organisation for Export Promotion
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) recently unveiled a specially branded Airbus A321 Neo aircraft of Sri Lankan Airlines, liveried with the "Sri Lanka Expo 2027" brand identity, to promote Sri Lanka Expo 2027 - the country's premier international exhibition.
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) is taking forward Creative Sri Lanka 2030, an ambitious national programme designed to turn the country’s craft heritage into globally competitive, commercially viable and recognisable brands.
Sri Lanka’s export sector continued its positive growth in 2026, with total exports surpassing the US$ 10 Bn milestone during the first seven months of the year. Combined merchandise and services exports are estimated to have reached US$ 10,487.80 Mn during January–July 2026, recording a 5.5 % year-on-year growth compared to the corresponding period in 2025.
The 26th Exporters' Forum, organized by the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), was successfully held today (August 19) at the EDB premises, chaired by Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Sunil Handunnetti. The forum provided an important opportunity for exporters to present their business challenges directly to policymakers and obtain practical solutions.
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), the host institution of the SheTrades Sri Lanka Hub recently held a one-day awareness programme on “Using Social Media for Export Marketing” at the Divisional Secretariat Office, Panadura, targeting export-oriented women entrepreneurs. The programme was conducted in collaboration with Foundation.lk, the knowledge partner, which shared practical expertise on digital marketing and online business development.
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and with the support of the European Union (EU) under the “Accelerating Climate Smart and Inclusive Infrastructure in South Asia (ACSIIS)” programme, has launched the third cohort of ExpoScaleUp, a flagship program designed to help Sri Lankan SMEs compete and grow in international markets.
Sri Lanka's export sector continued to demonstrate resilience and sustained growth, with the country's total exports surpassing the US$ 9 billion milestone during the first half of 2026. Combined merchandise and services exports reached an estimated US$ 9,012.24 Mn during the January–June 2026 period, representing an 8% year-on-year increase compared to the corresponding period in 2025.
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development (MOI&ED), announces that the deadline for online exhibitor registration for “Sri Lanka Expo 2027” will be open till 31st July, 2026.
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) and the Import Promotion Desk (IPD), Germany, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), reaffirming their long-standing partnership to strengthen export development and enhance market access for Sri Lankan Export Oriented SMEs.
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) successfully organized the North Western and North Central Provinces Exporters' Networking Forum, held recently at the Nilawin Hotel & Resort in Chillaw.
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the European Union (EU), successfully conducted the 07th Provincial ExpoNavigator Programme under the Sri Lanka Export Excellence Initiative (SLEEI) 2026 in Batticaloa.
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), the host institution of the SheTrades Sri Lanka Hub, collaborated with the International Trade Centre (ITC) and the British High Commission in Colombo to launch two sector-specific export handbooks in Sinhala and Tamil. The handbooks aim to strengthen Sri Lankan women entrepreneurs and small and medium-sized enterprises’ (SMEs) export readiness to better access the United Kingdom (UK) market.
Sri Lanka’s export sector has demonstrated continued resilience and growth momentum, with total exports surpassing the US$ 7.3 billion during the first five months of 2026. The country’s combined merchandise and services exports reached an estimated US$ 7,393.39 million from January to May 2026, recording a 7.56% year-on-year growth compared to the corresponding period in 2025.
The SheTrades Sri Lanka Hub, hosted by the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), successfully organised a Workshop on Export Readiness for Women Led Exporters at the Divisional Secretariat, Horana, with the objective of equipping aspiring and existing women entrepreneurs with the knowledge and skills required to enter international markets.
Marking a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s economic development, the National Export Development Plan (NEDP) 2026–2030 was officially launched today, 16 June 2026.
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Thailand, successfully organized a Technical Exposure and Capacity Building Programme in parallel to THAIFEX – ANUGA ASIA 2026, held from 24th to 31st May 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand.
Sri Lanka strengthened its presence in the international food and beverage sector through its successful participation at THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026, one of Asia’s largest and most influential food and beverage trade exhibitions, held from 26th to 30th May 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand. The participation was organized by the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) in collaboration with the Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Thailand, with the objective of promoting Sri Lankan food and beverage products and expanding market opportunities in the Southeast Asian region and beyond.
The North Western Provincial Office of the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC, successfully organized an awareness seminar on “Export Procedures, Costing and Pricing, and Financial Facilities” for potential export industries and entrepreneurs on 27th May 2026 at the District Secretariat Auditorium, Kurunegala
Sri Lanka’s total exports, comprising both merchandise and services, reached US$ 1,380.93 million in April 2026, recording a year-on-year growth of 6 % compared to April 2025.
The North Western Provincial Office of the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) successfully organized a networking meeting with the delegation of the National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE) and potential exporters on 15th May 2026 in Kurunegala. The event was conducted as a parallel session to the B2B forum hosted by Industrial Services Bureau (ISB) - Kurunegala.
