Customs Modernisation to Boost Exports Under NEDP 2026–2030 📈

A high-level discussion was held at the Presidential Secretariat to modernise Sri Lanka Customs and strengthen trade facilitation. The initiative aligns with the strategic goals of the upcoming National Export Development Plan (NEDP) for 2026–2030. • Key Focus Area: Streamlining and modernising customs processes to significantly enhance export facilitation and improve ease of doing business. • Strategic Alignment: The reforms are designed to support critical national sectors like apparel & textiles, tea, and ICT/BPM by reducing trade bottlenecks and boosting global competitiveness. • Context: Based on preliminary official updates regarding the NEDP 2026–2030 framework.