Sri Lanka has stressed the importance of local unity and shared progress, an essential factor for South Asia.Addressing the 6th China-South Asia Cooperation Forum in Kunming, China, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment Arun Hemachandra stated South Asia, with its group strength and strategic area, along with cultural and intellectual properties must interact.
Accordingly, he welcomed financiers and partners from China and South Asia to check out opportunities in crucial sectors, including facilities, technology, green energy, agriculture, tourist and manufacturing.Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment Arun Hemachandra participated at the 9th China-South Asia Exposition and the 6th China-South Asia Cooperation Forum (CSACF), kept in Kunming, Yunnan Province, China.
This years Exposition held specific significance for Sri Lanka as it was included as the Theme Country of the exposition.During the see to China, the Deputy Minister likewise held bilateral conversations with the Vice Governor of Yunnan Province, where future collaboration in areas such as processed food, garments, agriculture, and tourism were checked out.
He revealed Sri Lankas interest in technical support and knowledge exchange, consisting of chances for Sri Lankan business owners to get direct exposure to Yunnans proficiency in the cut flower market, a sector in which the province is worldwide acknowledged as the Kingdom of Flora and Fauna.The Sri Lanka Theme Pavilion was officially inaugurated at the Kunming Dianchi International Convention and Exhibition Center by Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development Wasantha Samarasinghe.
Minister Samarasinghe also provided the keynote address at the opening ceremony.Sri Lankas existence at the Exposition showcased a dynamic display screen of its economic strengths and cultural heritage.
A vast array of high-value exports and services were displayed consisting of gems and jewellery, Ceylon Tea, coconut-based products and fiber, spices, natural and wellness items, handicrafts, batiks, confectionery, and processed foods.
Sri Lankas participation intended to reinforce trade ties, enhance export potential, and boost market access for Sri Lankan businesses in China and South Asia, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated in a statement.