UK–Sri Lanka Trade Push Highlights Untapped Opportunities

Business leaders and policymakers have called for stronger action to deepen trade and investment ties between Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom at a recent forum in London.

Speakers highlighted the UK’s role as Sri Lanka’s second-largest export market and urged businesses to make greater use of the UK’s Developing Countries Trading Scheme, particularly following recent relaxations to apparel Rules of Origin. Officials emphasised the importance of closer collaboration between government institutions and the private sector to translate interest into measurable trade outcomes.

Sri Lanka’s investment potential in tourism, IT, BPO, real estate, and logistics was also highlighted, alongside upcoming initiatives such as Sri Lanka Expo 2026, which aims to attract UK buyers and investors.

Participants noted that while market access and diplomatic support exist, greater focus is needed on export readiness, branding, and value-chain integration to fully unlock bilateral trade growth.

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