📈 NCE Expands Global Network with 21 Foreign MoUs to Boost Exporters

• Strategic MoUs & Network: National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE) expands its global footprint by signing 21 MoUs with trade bodies across Australia, Canada, China, India, Italy, UK, US, and others. The latest partner is the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC). • Key Initiatives: Chamber facilitates B2B meetings, trade delegations, and market intelligence exchanges. Upcoming business delegations planned for India and Italy. • H1 2026 Country Growth: • India: US$ 688.47 Mn (+36.16% YoY; June spike of +156.73%) • Italy: US$ 337.20 Mn (+6.58% YoY) • China: US$ 159.22 Mn (+19.56% YoY) • Australia: US$ 135.86 Mn (+9.89% YoY) • Belgium: US$ 120.36 Mn (+4.72% YoY) • Japan: US$ 104.20 Mn (+15.74% YoY) • Other June Spikes: Türkiye (+74.37%), Mexico (+42.86%) • National Export Totals: H1 2026 merchandise exports reached US$ 6.9 Bn (+6.3% YoY), while total national export earnings grew +3.3% YoY to US$ 10.4 Bn.