RUZAIK FAROOK
COLOMBO — The Sri Lanka-Canada Business Council (SLCBC) delegates held a pivotal briefing session with the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka (Dr.) Harini Amarasuriya, ahead of their official mission to Canada. This strategic meeting, which took place in Colombo on Thursday October 10 was centered around the Council’s upcoming efforts to foster stronger economic, trade, and investment relations between Sri Lanka and Canada.
The SLCBC delegation provided a comprehensive overview of their objectives, focusing on promoting sustainable growth, identifying new trade opportunities, and encouraging foreign direct investment. They also shared insights into planned meetings with Canadian business leaders, government officials, and key stakeholders during their visit.
Prime Minister also emphasized that Agriculture, IT, Education, Tourism and Financial Services are among the key focused sectors to be promoted aggressively to achieve sustainable development. Further, she noted the importance of tackling challenges towards climate change.
The Sri Lanka-Canada Business Council’s mission to Canada is set to take place from the 14th to the 22nd of October, with the delegation actively pursuing avenues that will yield long-term benefits for both nations
The delegation SLCBC President Priyantha Chandrasekara, Senior Vice President Mohamed Hameez, Past President Lionel Silva, Exco Members Mohamed Irshad, Osanthi Watawana, Ceylon Chamber of Commerce Dinithi Dias and Nadeeni Wedande were also present.
October 11, 2024
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