Friday Feb 20, 2026
Friday Feb 20, 2026
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The Export Development Board (EDB) recently organised a networking session at its head office, targeting new and potential exporters in Sri Lanka’s tea and coconut sectors.
During the session, Wichy Plantation Ltd. Cluster Executive Director Indika Perera shared his industry experience under the topic “Real-life examples of entering and succeeding in challenging markets.”
Coconut Development Authority Market Development Research Officer Chathuranga Wickramarathna provided participants with guidance on “Exporter registration procedures and requirements of the Coconut Development Authority” and regulatory compliance for coconut exports.
Akbar Brothers Ltd. Senior Tea Taster and General Manager (Tea) Adrian Gabriel shared practical strategies for establishing long-term international business partnerships under the topic “Building and maintaining relationships with foreign buyers.”
Sri Lanka Tea Board Promotion Division Assistant Director Tishan De Silva highlighted new market opportunities and the importance of branding in global tea trade under the topic “Emerging markets for Ceylon Tea and leveraging the logo.”
Inextricable Group UK Sri Lanka Country Director Suranjith Swaris presented on “Brand differentiation and market differentiation strategies in competitive global markets.”
This program provided emerging exporters with the opportunity to connect with industry stakeholders, gain market insights, and explore export opportunities in Sri Lanka’s two main agricultural export sectors. Approximately one hundred small and medium-scale exporters participated in the event. The program was organised by the Trade Information and Trade Facilitation Division.
