Sri Lanka to implement national export development plan

Wednesday, 06 May 2026 - 10:24

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The government prepares to implement the Sri Lanka National Export Development Plan, targeting 36 billion dollars in foreign exchange by 2030. Cabinet approval was granted to recognise this as the official strategic framework for the development and promotion of exports in the country.

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board formulated the plan in collaboration with public and private stakeholders.


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