GRI and EDB Partner to Advance Sustainable Sri Lankan Trade 🤝🌱

• Strategic Partnership: The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) signed a multi-year agreement on Sept 7, 2026, to enhance sustainability and impact reporting for local exporters. • Scope & Alignment: Aligned with the National Export Development Plan 2026–2030, the framework integrates GRI Standards with Sri Lanka's National Green Reporting System (NGRS) and IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards to boost global competitiveness. • Sector & SME Focus: Expands on prior success in apparel & textiles to cover additional priority export sectors. Tailored reporting clinics, digital learning, and technical support will assist SMEs in meeting strict global value chain ESG requirements.