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._