📈 CATALYZE 2025: SL Business Leaders Push Sustainable Growth & Action

• The UN Global Compact Network Sri Lanka, in partnership with UNFPA and The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, convened CATALYZE 2025 to accelerate Sri Lanka's sustainability and responsible business agenda. • Economic & Finance Outlooks: • ADB's Principal Economics Officer analyzed "Global Headwinds, Fiscal Transitions, and the Unshaken Case for Sustainable Growth." • IFC's Principal Country Officer highlighted pathways for "Financing the Future" by mobilizing private capital for sustainable development. • Key Milestones: Launched the UNFPA SL–UN Global Compact Network SL In-Country Hub for Gender Equality & Women’s Empowerment and the Coalition for Reproductive Justice in Business. • Core Business Themes & Workshops: • Focus areas included masterclasses on Digital Supply Chain Transformation and practical integration of Human Rights into business operations. • Environmental action sessions covered Climate Action (NDC 3.0 implementation, industrial decarbonization), Ocean Stewardship, and integrated Water Stewardship. • A session on GS1 standards and Supply Chain Traceability demonstrated boosting market access through digital passports. • Discussions emphasized how advancing women's leadership and broader workplace Inclusion strengthen business resilience and productivity.