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UK Trade Envoy meets Handunneththi : Discusses boosting Sri Lanka exports via zero‑tariff scheme

June 18, 2026·1 min read
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  1. 01UK Trade Envoy and British High Commissioner met Sri Lanka's Minister.
  2. 02Discussions aimed at strengthening bilateral trade ties.
  3. 03Focused on zero-tariff access for Sri Lankan exports.
  4. 04Emphasized importance of a transparent business environment.
  5. 05Aimed to boost investor confidence and economic partnerships.
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UK Trade Envoy Lord Hannett of Everton and British High Commissioner Andrew Patrick met with Sri Lanka’s Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, Sunil Handunneththi, to explore practical measures aimed at strengthening bilateral trade ties. According to the British High Commission in Colombo, discussions focused on making stronger use of opportunities provided by zero‑tariff access for Sri Lankan exports under the UK’s Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS). The talks also emphasized the importance of creating a transparent and predictable business environment to boost investor confidence and foster long‑term economic partnerships. (Newswire) The post UK Trade Envoy meets Handunneththi : Discusses boosting Sri Lanka exports via zero‑tariff scheme appeared first on Newswire.

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