WTC Mumbai Hosts Trade Mission with Sri Lanka Consulate

The World Trade Center (WTC) Mumbai, in association with the Sri Lanka Consulate, hosted a trade mission today, reaffirming the commitment to strengthening trade ties between India and Sri Lanka.

The event began with a warm welcome by Ms. Priya Pansare, Director - Trade and Investment Promotion, WTC Mumbai, who highlighted the vision of WTC Mumbai in building global partnerships and greeted the Consulate General of Sri Lanka and all attendees before handing over the floor to Acting Consul General Ms. Shirani Ariyarathne.

Acting Consul General Ms. Shirani Ariyarathne, representing the Sri Lanka Consulate, expressed her appreciation to WTC Mumbai for their collaboration in promoting bilateral commerce. In her address, Ms. Shirani emphasized Sri Lanka’s focus on tea, spices, and value-added products under the bilateral trade agreement, highlighting the global renown of Ceylon tea. She noted that while Sri Lankan tea has a dedicated quota in India, its full potential has yet to be realized. With duty concessions available under the free trade agreement, she affirmed that there is a much greater scope for Sri Lankan exports in the Indian market. She reassured participants that the Sri Lankan Consulate remains dedicated to supporting trade facilitation and providing timely information to interested businesses. Ms. Shirani also remarked on India’s vibrant food and culinary sector, noting its broad use of spices, and extended her best wishes for the success of all stakeholders involved.

The event featured three prominent Sri Lankan companies: TeaTalk, represented by Mr. Chamara Udugama (Founder/Director); Janrich Foods Limited, represented by Mr. Janith Abeyesekara (Director); and New Lanka Global PvtLtd, represented by Mr. Nuwan Gunasekara (Marketing Director). They discussed the scope of their products, expressing enthusiasm about exploring new opportunities and partnerships. Their presence contributed to vibrant interactions and business discussions, laying the groundwork for future collaborations.

This trade mission represents an effort to bring together Indian and Sri Lankan traders for building partnerships and expanding trade.