š±š° Sri Lanka to Showcase Largest-Ever B2B Pavilion at Gulfood 2026! š
The Export Development Board (EDB) is organizing Sri Lanka's biggest B2B country pavilion at Gulfood International Trade Fair 2026 in Dubai (Jan 26-30). ⢠Pavilion & Participants: A massive 510 sq. meters, featuring 61 leading Sri Lankan export companies. ⢠Key Products: Diverse range including coconut products, processed foods, spices, tea, and ready-to-eat items. ⢠Strategic Focus: Aims to expand Sri Lanka's footprint in international markets, especially the MEASA region. ⢠Export Target: EDB targets increasing exports to the MEASA region by US$ 20-30 million by 2027. ⢠Past Performance: In 2024, Sri Lanka exported agricultural commodities worth US$ 1,381 million to MEASA, with food & beverage products accounting for US$ 1,171.31 million. This participation is a key move to leverage Gulfood's platform, which saw US$ 20 billion in trade deals in its 30th edition. Sri Lanka aims to capitalize on increasing global attention on the MENA region.