CHEC reaffirms confidence in Sri Lanka following talks with President

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CHEC Chairman Bai Yinzhan (left) with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC) Chairman Bai Yinzhan and a company delegation at the Presidential Secretariat on Saturday, where both sides discussed investment opportunities and the future development of Port City Colombo.

During the meeting, Yinzhan said President Dissanayake’s “direct and visionary leadership” had strengthened the company’s confidence in investing in Sri Lanka.

He also welcomed the incentives granted to the Port City Colombo Special Economic Zone and commended the economic stability achieved in the country in recent months.

Dissanayake emphasised that foreign direct investment (FDI) remains a key driver of economic growth and reiterated the Government’s commitment to providing the necessary support and facilities to investors.

He noted that policy stability achieved through agreements with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has helped create a more predictable business environment and laid the foundation for a more investor-friendly economy.

The President also stated that the Government aims to develop Port City Colombo into a modern and dynamic economic hub capable of attracting significant international investment, while assuring continued support for projects that contribute to national development and economic prosperity.

During the discussions, the President also expressed appreciation for the assistance provided by CHEC to communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah.

The meeting was attended by Labour Minister and Finance and Planning Deputy Minister Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando, Essential Services Commissioner General and Chief of Presidential Staff Prabath Chandrakeerthi, CHEC General Manager Su Bo, and other representatives of the company.