📈 Sri Lanka–China Business Council Celebrates 25th Anniversary

The Sri Lanka–China Business Council (SLCHBC) of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce marked 25 years of bilateral trade cooperation under the theme "25 Years of Unwavering Alliance." • Key Trade Dynamics (2025 Data): China retained its position as Sri Lanka's largest import partner in 2025. Key imports from China: Iron and steel, knitted fabrics, and vehicles. Top Sri Lankan exports to China: apparel, tea, activated carbon, vegetable fibre, and coconut husk chips. • Government & Bilateral Focus: Sri Lankan Minister of Trade reaffirmed commitment to a stable, transparent, and investor-friendly environment. Chinese Embassy representatives emphasized promoting a bilateral Free Trade Agreement (FTA), attracting investment, and increasing Sri Lankan exports. • Future Priorities: Expanding market and investor access for local SMEs. Facilitating tech transfers and skill development. Targeting growth in digital trade, artificial intelligence, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing.