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Promoting Trade, Investment and Industrial Collaboration between Sri Lanka and Laos<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Laos, Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, recently met with the Deputy Minister of Industry and Commerce of Laos, Manothong Vongxai, to discuss avenues for enhancing bilateral trade and economic cooperation between Sri Lanka and Laos.<\/p>\n

During the meeting, Ambassador Edirisinghe emphasized the potential to strengthen economic ties between the two countries and outlined key sectors for collaboration, including agriculture, textiles, tourism, and technology. She highlighted Sri Lanka\u2019s strategic location as a gateway to South Asia and its investor-friendly policies, making it an ideal partner for trade and investment. <\/p>\n

Ambassador Edirisinghe proposed several initiatives to deepen economic engagement, including the exchange of trade delegations and participation in trade fairs in Laos. She also suggested organizing a Sri Lanka-Laos Business Forum to facilitate connections between businesses from both countries and encourage collaboration in key sectors. <\/p>\n

The Deputy Minister of Industry and Commerce of Laos expressed his appreciation for Sri Lanka\u2019s commitment to enhancing bilateral trade and welcomed the initiatives proposed by Ambassador Edirisinghe. He acknowledged the potential for increased collaboration in agriculture, textiles, and tourism. <\/p>\n

Both parties agreed on the importance of continuing dialogue and building stronger economic partnerships through joint initiatives.<\/p>\n

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Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka
Bangkok
14th March 2025<\/p>\n

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