The National Training Programme on Trade Remedies was successfully conducted at the Department of Commerce from 27 to 29 January 2026.

The programme was facilitated by Mr. Maxim Shmelev, Technical Trade Specialist, Rules Division of the World Trade Organization (WTO). Officers of the Trade Remedies Unit, along with executive-level officials of the Department of Commerce, participated in the training.

The Department of Commerce is the competent authority in Sri Lanka for the recommendation of anti-dumping, countervailing, and safeguard measures. The programme aimed to provide guidance and enhance the capacity of officials responsible for conducting trade remedy investigations. During the training, participants actively engaged in simulation exercises and acquired practical, hands-on experience in carrying out trade remedy investigations in accordance with international best practices.

The training contributed to strengthening national capacity for the effective implementation of trade remedy measures.

30 January 2026
Department of Commerce