The EU–India FTA has not yet entered into force, giving Sri Lanka a valuable preparation window. The real challenge is not losing EU access, but protecting competitiveness as Indian exporters gain stronger tariff advantages.
Sri Lanka currently shares a 10% US Section 301 tariff with several apparel competitors. But Bangladesh, Cambodia, Indonesia and Malaysia have been promised a pathway to Section 301-free quotas that Sri Lanka does not currently have.
Sri Lanka’s combined merchandise and services exports exceeded US$9 billion during the first half of 2026. The milestone reflects stronger diversification, but apparel, tea and major Western markets remain under pressure.
Sri Lanka received the lower 10% US tariff rate after adopting a forced-labour import prohibition. The decision protects export competitiveness while creating opportunities for exempt product sectors.
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Launch of the National Export Development Plan 2026-2030 The National Export Development Plan (NEDP) 2026–2030 was launched under the patronage of the Minister of Industry
Value chain, not just volume will define Sri Lanka’s competitiveness in global apparel markets in 2026. While the sector remains the country’s largest merchandise export
How Sri Lanka’s trade diversification strategy could unlock new markets lies at the heart of the country’s long-term economic resilience and export ambitions. With traditional
Why tea and coconut exports are rebounding has become one of the most encouraging chapters in Sri Lanka’s early 2026 export story. While apparel faced
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