📈 SL Targets US$ 11.26 Bn via Green & Blue Bonds by 2030

• Sri Lanka plans to raise US$ 11.26 Bn through Sovereign Green and Blue Bonds by 2030, outlined in the National Climate Finance Strategy (NCFS) 2025-2030. • The goal is to finance climate-related projects and renewable energy expansion, supporting the country's 2050 carbon net-zero commitment. • The Finance Ministry has already drafted the framework, which has been reviewed by an international rating agency and will align with the IFC’s Green Bond Principles and global sustainable finance standards. • Investment will target crucial sectors including energy, water, agriculture, waste management, and biodiversity protection. • The Ministry is also exploring a Sustainability-Linked Bond Framework to strengthen investor trust and increase transparency on fund allocation and environmental outcomes. • Successful implementation is expected to enhance Sri Lanka’s sovereign credit profile, attract climate-focused international investment, and position the nation as a regional leader in sustainable finance.