📈 Yasas Hewage Appointed as New IDB Chairman

Yasas Hewage assumed duties as the Chairman of the Industrial Development Board (IDB) on June 1, 2026, taking the helm of Sri Lanka's premier enterprise development institution during its 60th anniversary year. • Leadership & Background: Hewage brings nearly 20 years of experience across banking, finance, business strategy, and entrepreneurship development. He previously served as Private Secretary to the Deputy Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development and held leadership roles at HSBC and NDB Bank focusing on SME business development and transformation. • National Initiatives: He serves on key national bodies, including the SME Nexus Initiative, the National SME Strategy Framework Development Team, and the team supporting the establishment of the proposed Entrepreneurship and Industry Transformation Authority (EITA). • Strategic Vision: Hewage emphasized driving a new era of industrial excellence for Sri Lanka by blending the country's manufacturing heritage with modern technology, innovation, and sustainability to foster SME growth and economic transformation.