4th Japan-Sri Lanka Committee on Business Environment meeting convenes

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The fourth meeting of the Japan–Sri Lanka Committee on Business Environment was convened on 2 June at the Board of Investment (BOI) of Sri Lanka.

Representatives from the Embassy of Japan, the Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO), the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JCCI), relevant Japanese companies operating in Sri Lanka, as well as officials from the BOI and other pertinent Sri Lankan authorities, participated in the meeting.

In his opening remarks, the newly appointed BOI Acting Chairman Dr. Jayawardena expressed his appreciation to all stakeholders on both the Japanese and Sri Lankan sides for their efforts in organisng the meeting. He underscored the significance of the Committee’s work in fostering a conducive business environment and supporting Sri Lanka’s objective of increasing foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows to the targeted level of $ 2 billion.

Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry Chairperson Kishi, also conveyed his appreciation to all parties involved and emphasised the importance of continuing this constructive dialogue to further strengthen economic and investment relations between Japan and Sri Lanka.

The meeting featured substantive and productive discussions on a range of business and investment-related issues currently affecting Japanese enterprises operating in Sri Lanka. Participants exchanged views on challenges faced by investors and explored avenues for enhancing the country’s business environment, with a view to promoting greater Japanese investment and economic cooperation.