📈 Sri Lanka Export Earnings Cross US$ 10 Bn in H1 2026

The National Chamber of Exporters (NCE) commended Sri Lankan exporters as total export earnings surpassed US$ 10 Bn in the first half of 2026, based on provisional Central Bank data. • Overall Performance • Total export revenue rose 3.3% YoY to US$ 10.4 Bn in H1 2026. • Merchandise exports grew 6.3% YoY to US$ 6.9 Bn, offsetting a dip in services. • June 2026 total export revenue stood at US$ 1.66 Bn. • Key Sectors & Strategic Focus • High potential highlighted in the ICT/BPM sector to broaden the export basket with high-value digital services. • Priority areas for exporters include labor availability, digitalization of trade processes, export credit, access to finance, and policy consistency. • NCE member survey (275 respondents) reflects a combined annual turnover of US$ 3.07 Bn, underlining their vital role in national employment and economic stability. • Top Export Markets & Diaspora Linkages • Major export destinations include the United States, United Kingdom, India, Australia, the Maldives, and Germany, along with emerging markets across Asia, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. • NCE is establishing a direct platform to connect overseas Sri Lankans with local exporters to expand market access.