The Sri Lanka–China Business Council (SLCBC), functioning under the aegis of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, has celebrated its 25th anniversary, marking a quarter-century of fostering bilateral trade, investment, and commercial cooperation between the two nations.
Key Highlights
- Celebration of a 25-year milestone in building trade and investment bridges between Sri Lanka and China.
- Emphasis on diversifying Sri Lankan exports, including Ceylon tea, apparel, and agricultural goods, to the Chinese market.
- Strategic focus on expanding direct investment, tourism collaboration, and economic recovery initiatives.
Since its establishment, the SLCBC has served as a key platform for connecting business leaders, trade delegations, and investors from Sri Lanka and China. Over the past two and a half decades, economic relations between the two countries have evolved rapidly, spanning major infrastructure ventures, industrial development, and expanded supply chain integration.
Speaking at the milestone event, council representatives highlighted the importance of deepening bilateral ties as Sri Lanka navigates its economic recovery. Key priorities moving forward include unlocking new avenues for Sri Lankan agricultural and manufactured exports in China, promoting foreign direct investment in technology and renewable energy, and reviving robust tourist inflows from the region.