COYLE Hosts G20 Young Entrepreneurs’ Alliance (G20 YEA) Leadership Assembly 📈
The Chamber of Lankan Entrepreneurs (COYLE) successfully concluded a five-day G20 YEA Leadership Assembly in Colombo, marking a significant milestone for Sri Lanka’s global economic integration.
• Strategic Impact:
Representing over 500,000 young entrepreneurs globally, the assembly focused on cross-border collaboration and high-level policy advocacy to bridge local innovation with the global G20 policy circle.
• Key Engagements:
Infrastructure: Delegates toured the Colombo Port City to assess its potential as a premier Special Economic Zone (SEZ) for global trade.
Government Relations: Discussions held with the Ministry of Industries focused on legislative frameworks to support startup ecosystems and regional economic stability.
Policy Advocacy: The G20 YEA Communiqué was handed to Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath, outlining recommendations for digital transformation, inclusive growth, and sustainable entrepreneurship.
• Economic Objectives:
The summit aimed to position Colombo as a burgeoning hub for international business while advocating for the removal of trade barriers and expanding access to capital for young founders.
• Global Connectivity:
Since joining the Alliance in 2024, COYLE has leveraged this platform to integrate Sri Lankan enterprise into the national and international economic agendas, fostering long-term bilateral ties through a high-profile Diplomats’ Evening.
_Source: Based on reporting from February 20, 2026._