Sri Lanka & Germany Seek Deeper Economic Cooperation š
Sri Lanka is looking to expand bilateral partnerships with Germany across trade, investment, tourism, and education, according to Finance and Planning Deputy Minister Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando. ā¢ Key Economic Indicators ā¢ Exports: Exceeded US$ 700 Mn in 2025, positioning Germany as Sri Lanka's 4th-largest export destination. ā¢ Tourism: 147,966 arrivals in 2025, making Germany the 4th-largest source market. ā¢ Corporate Presence: Over 160 German companies currently operate in Sri Lanka. ā¢ Partnerships & Technical Development ā¢ Bilateral trade links are anchored by AHK Sri Lanka and the Sri Lanka-Germany Business Council. ā¢ Continued cooperation in technical education and vocational training via the Ceylon German Technical Training Institute (CGTTI). ā¢ Strong diaspora ties with over 120,000 Sri Lankans living in Germany.