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Strategic action plan to boost wellness tourism

2019-10-08/ http://www.ft.lk/front-page/Strategic-action-planto-boost-wellness-tourism/44-687239

Strategic action plan to boost wellness tourism

Wellness tourism in Sri Lanka will be boosted by a ground-breaking strategic action plan by the Export Development Board (EDB), which has partnered Australia’s Market Development Facility (MDF) for support.

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CCI launches Sri Lanka Housing & Construction Exhibition 2020

2019-10-08/ http://www.ft.lk/propertyconstruction/CCI-launches-Sri-Lanka-Housing-Construction-Exhibition-2020/10516-687204

CCI launches Sri Lanka Housing & Construction Exhibition 2020

The Chamber of Construction Industry Sri Lanka (CCI) held an iconic launch of the forthcoming Build Sri Lanka Housing and Construction International Expo 2020, scheduled from 22-24 May 2020.

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Global Swedish giant IKEA resumes sourcing from Sri Lanka Nearly 70 firms keen to do business

2019-10-01/ http://www.ft.lk/front-page/Nearly-70-SL-firms-keen-to-do-biz-with-IKEA/44-686778

Global Swedish giant IKEA resumes sourcing from Sri Lanka Nearly 70 firms keen to do business

IKEA, the Swedish-founded global home furnishings and appliances giant, has resumed sourcing from Sri Lanka with a planned increase in the number of products after a lapse of few years giving a big boost for the export sector.

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BoardPAC successfully establishes footprint in Africa

2019-10-01/ http://www.ft.lk/business/BoardPAC-successfully-establishes-footprint-in-Africa/34-686765

BoardPAC successfully establishes footprint in Africa

As the most awarded board automation solution with a leading market share in Asia, BoardPAC, in its mission to be ranked number one globally, has firmly established its name in the African region.

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Sri Lanka unveils ‘Ceylon Spice’ master brand

2019-09-26/ http://www.ft.lk/front-page/Sri-Lanka-unveils-Ceylon-Spice-master-brand/44-686499

Sri Lanka unveils ‘Ceylon Spice’ master brand

The ‘Ceylon Spice’ master brand was officially launched yesterday, as Sri Lanka’s latest national branding attempt for the spice sector, with Government aiming to achieve an export target of $ 880 million from the ‘Spices and Concentrates’ sector by 2022.

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‘Ceylon Spices,’ national brand for spices, to be unveiled

2019-09-25

‘Ceylon Spices,’ national brand for spices, to be unveiled

The Export Development Board will launch Sri Lanka’s country-of-origin trade mark for the spices sector today (25th September, 2019) at JAIC Hilton, Colombo. The mark supports growers, processors and manufacturers by helping them clearly identify their products as Sri Lankan-made, and informs customers and consumers that all significant parts, produce, processing and products are of genuine Sri Lankan origin.

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EDB successfully concluded the 23rd Presidential Export Awards Ceremony

2019-09-20

EDB successfully concluded the 23rd Presidential Export Awards Ceremony

The 23rd Presidential Export Award Ceremony (PEA) organized by the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) was successfully held on 19th September 2019 under the patronage of His Excellency the President of Sri Lnaka at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH), Colombo with the participation of the large number of exporters. The award winners were presented a prestigious PEA Trophy and a Certificate & they have the privilege to use the “Award Logo” as a marketing tool for a 3 year period.

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23rd Presidential Export Awards Ceremony on 19th September 2019

2019-09-19

23rd Presidential Export Awards Ceremony on 19th September 2019

The 23rd Presidential Export Award Ceremony organized by the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) will be held on Thursday 19th September 2019 at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) under the patronage of His Excellency the President of Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka.

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Six Lankan garment manufacturers on show at Texworld Paris September edition

2019-09-19/ http://www.ft.lk/business/Six-Lankan-garment-manufacturers-on-show-at-Texworld-Paris-September-edition/34-686050

Six Lankan garment manufacturers on show at Texworld Paris September edition

Texworld Paris, the undisputed leader when it comes to sourcing for fabrics, components, trimmings and materials for the clothing industry will showcase six Sri Lankan garment manufacturers at the September 2019 edition this week in Le Bourget, Paris.

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Stakeholder Workshop Review of E-Commerce Readiness Assessment Report, Of Sri Lanka

2019-09-19

Stakeholder Workshop Review of E-Commerce Readiness Assessment Report, Of Sri Lanka

Stakeholders from several government agencies and private sector representatives gathered for a two-day workshop to finalize the research report; “e-commerce readiness of Sri Lanka” which has been developed by the Commonwealth Secretariat (COMSEC), UK along with the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB). The workshops were held on 10th and 11th September 2019 at EDB and it was carried out by Ms. Opeyemi Abebe, Trade advisor, COMSEC,UK and Mr. Abhishek Kumar, Senior Consultant, Grail consulting services, India.

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EDB promotes women in exports

2019-09-18

EDB promotes women in exports

The EDB’s endeavour of promoting women in exports took a new turn when it established a dedicated Women-Entrepreneur Call in 2017. Over 800 women entrepreneurs across the country are registered with the Women-Entrepreneur Call of the EDB and either export directly or contribute to the supply chain of exports.

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‘Production Process Improvement and Market Penetration Program’ in India

2019-09-18/ http://www.ft.lk/business/Production-Process-Improvement-and-Market-Penetration-Program-in-India/34-686005

‘Production Process Improvement and Market Penetration Program’ in India

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Consulate in Mumbai, India organised a group of 11 potential SME entrepreneurs to participate in a ‘Production Process Improvement and Market Penetration Program’ coinciding with ‘Annapoorana – Anufood India 2019,’ India’s leading food and beverage trade show held in Mumbai from 28 August to 2 September.

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Doors open for Sri Lankan construction companies in Africa

2019-09-08/ http://www.ft.lk/propertyconstruction/Doors-open-for-Sri-Lankan-construction-companies-in-Africa/10516-687203

Doors open for Sri Lankan construction companies in Africa

Sri Lankan construction companies participated at the 16th Ethio-Con International Construction Exhibition held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia from 24-27 September, securing new business opportunities in the African continent.

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Disrupt Asia 2019 returns with new focus on augmented living

2019-09-05/ http://www.ft.lk/it-telecom-tech/Disrupt-Asia-2019-returns-with-new-focus-on-augmented-living/50-685186

Disrupt Asia 2019 returns with new focus on augmented living

Themed ‘Augmented Living,’ the Disrupt Asia 2019 conference organised by the Information and Communication Technology Agency of Sri Lanka (ICTA), is to be held on 12 October, creating a platform for startups to exhibit their innovations on a global scale.

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EDB successfully conducts 20th Exporters’ Forum

2019-09-04

EDB successfully conducts 20th Exporters’ Forum

Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) successfully conducted the 20th Exporters’ Forum on 3 September, at the EDB Auditorium under the patronage of Deputy Minister of Development Strategies and International Trade Nalin Bandara.

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FITIS to host API Asia Conference 2019 in October

2019-09-03/ http://www.ft.lk/it-telecom-tech/FITIS-to-host-API-Asia-Conference-2019-in-October/50-685038

FITIS to host API Asia Conference 2019 in October

Colombo will host the API Asia Conference 2019 for the first time in October, in an effort to help transform the ICT industry, and also fast track efforts in ensuring a digitally savvy Sri Lanka. The conference will be held on 2 October at Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo and is organised by the apex body of the ICT industry, Federation of Information Technology Industry Sri Lanka (FITIS).

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Peter Kuruvita joins as the Guest Chef for Sri Lanka at Expo 2020 Dubai

2019-09-02/ Source at: Daily FT

Peter Kuruvita joins as the Guest Chef for Sri Lanka at Expo 2020 Dubai

Sri Lanka’s participation at Expo 2020 Dubai is set in a spectacular manner to ensure the strengthening of the country’s trade, tourism, and investments. The Sri Lanka Export Development Board plays a critical role, together with private and state organisations, to landmark Sri Lanka’s presence at this global event.

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EDB holds buyer linkup program for handicrafts under One Village One Product concept in Kandy

2019-09-01/ http://www.ft.lk/business/EDB-holds-buyer-linkup-program-for-handicrafts-under-One-Village-One-Product-concept-in-Kandy/34-684875

EDB holds buyer linkup program for handicrafts under One Village One Product concept in Kandy

With the guidance of Regional Development Division of Sri Lanka Export Development Board (SLEDB), the Central Provincial Office of the SLEDB organised and conducted two training and buyer link up programs for handicrafts under the One Village One Product (OVOP) concept with collaboration of Divisional Secretariat Office Panvila and M/s Peoples Lanka Ltd. on 14 May and 20 June at the Panvila DS Division in Kandy District.

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EDB educates on ICT/BPM opportunities...

2019-09-01/ https://www.pressreader.com/sri-lanka/daily-mirror-sri-lanka/20190902/282303911811059

EDB educates on ICT/BPM opportunities...

The Export Development Board (EDB), Ministry of Digital Infrastructure and Information Technology, ICTA together organized an interactive awareness session on August 19 with the objective of leveraging the experiences of the companies who have successfully embarked in the Japanese market and encourage more companies to start business rapport with Japan.

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Benefits for IT/BPM sector professionals through SLASSCOM Privilege Loyalty Program

2019-09-01/ http://www.ft.lk/it-telecom-tech/Wide-ranging-benefits-for-IT-BPM-sector-professionals-through-SLASSCOM-Privilege-Loyalty-Program/50-685429

Benefits for IT/BPM sector professionals through SLASSCOM Privilege Loyalty Program

The Sri Lanka Association of Software and Service Companies (SLASSCOM) is partnering with CH17, the specialists in corporate loyalty management services to introduce an exclusive Privilege Card for professionals engaged in the IT/BPM industry.

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