📈 SL-India CEO Forum: Focus on Tech Corridor & Priority Projects

Sri Lanka and India are set to deepen bilateral economic ties following high-level discussions between the Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development and the Indian CEO Forum. The meeting focused on accelerating Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and industrial cooperation. • Strategic Projects: Identified five priority investment projects to be fast-tracked for urgent national economic development. • Technology & Innovation: Proposed the creation of a Bengaluru–Colombo technology entrepreneurship corridor to link regional startup ecosystems and foster ICT/BPM collaboration. • Fintech & Manufacturing: Plans to leverage Indian digital models to boost the local fintech ecosystem. Joint ventures were explored in pharmaceuticals, apparel, and electronics manufacturing. • Infrastructure & Services: Discussions extended to enhancing cooperation in the ports and tourism sectors to position Sri Lanka as a regional hub. The engagement included key representatives from Lanka Ashok Leyland, State Bank of India, and the Export Development Board (EDB), signaling a coordinated push for innovation-driven partnerships.