📈 Dr. Rohitha Silva Appointed FCCISL President

• New Leadership: Dr. Rohitha Silva has been appointed as the President of the Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Sri Lanka (FCCISL), an apex business body representing 63 chambers, trade associations, and private-sector stakeholders nationwide. • Economic Context: The appointment comes as Sri Lankan businesses, particularly SMEs, navigate post-crisis recoveries involving foreign exchange shortages, inflation, high finance costs, supply chain disruptions, and labor shortages affecting daily operations and employment. • Executive Profile: Dr. Silva brings over 35 years of private-sector experience. He is the Chairman and Managing Director of idac Ltd and has held multiple leadership roles within FCCISL, including Board Member, Vice President, and Strategy Committee Chairman. • International & Regional Roles: He currently serves as the Vice President of the SAARC Chamber of Commerce and Industry and previously served as the President of the Asia Pacific Trade Agreement Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Beijing. • Strategic Focus: His tenure is expected to focus on driving Sri Lanka's private-sector-led economic recovery by supporting crisis-affected businesses, building operational resilience, and strengthening regional and national trade linkages.