10th China-south Asia Exposition & The 30th China Kunming Import And Export Fair 2026 (South Asia Pavillion)
The 13th Session of the Sri Lanka - Pakistan Joint Economic Commission (JEC) and the 8th Session of the Sri Lanka-Pakistan Commerce Secretary Level Talks
National Training on Trade Remedies Successfully Concluded at the Department of Commerce
UK DCTS Rules of Origin Reform Strengthens Apparel Market Access for Enhanced Preference Countries Including Sri Lanka
Department of Commerce Holds Religious Observances to Commence the New Year 2026
Department of Commerce Contributes Rs. 600,000 to the “Rebuilding Sri Lanka” Fund

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“Raising living standards of the people through international trade relations”

Mission

“To develop and promote Sri Lanka’s foreign trade relations at bilateral, regional and multilateral levels by the effective implementation of government trade policy, with a view to raising the standards of living and realizing a higher quality of life through the increase of total production, income and employment levels, thereby actively contributing to the overall economic growth of Sri Lanka.”

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What is the type of an Agreement is it supposed to sign with Bangladesh?

What is the type of an Agreement is it supposed to sign with Bangladesh?

During the state visit of Hon. Prime Minister of Sri Lanka to Bangladesh, the two leaders reiterated their commitment for an early conclusion of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between two countries. As the first step towards the FTA, it was agreed to sign a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) beginning with a short list of products. According, the current negotiations are aiming at concluding a PTA.

When will the current negotiations with Bangladesh conclude?

When will the current negotiations with Bangladesh conclude?

It is scheduled to conclude the current negotiations and sign a Preferential Trade Agreement with Bangladesh in early 2022.

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