SL-Russia Business Council holds 21st AGM

The 21st Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Sri Lanka-Russia Business Council of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (SLRBC) was held recently at Cinnamon Grand, Colombo 3.

The event was graced by the presence of Ambassador of the Embassy of the Russian Federation in Sri Lanka Levan Dzhagaryan, who participated as the chief guest.

Delivering his address, Dzhagaryan highlighted the significant trade, tourism and cultural collaborations between Sri Lanka and Russia, emphasising that Russia continues to play a pivotal role in Sri Lanka’s tourism sector and export trade.

Keynote speaker, Export Development Board Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Mangala Wijesinghe, discussed strategies to enhance Sri Lanka’s export potential and foster stronger economic ties with Russia. His address included insights on Sri Lanka’s ambitious targets for merchandise and service exports, as well as initiatives to bolster the small and medium enterprise sector.

In his speech, SLRBC President Jude Fernando reflected on the council’s achievements, including facilitating greater trade collaboration and enhancing bilateral relationships. 

Rhino Roofing Products Limited Director Jude Fernando continues as President of the SLRBC for 2024/25. Vice Presidents, Maxims Overseas Holdings (Pvt.) Ltd Managing Director Buddhapriya Ramanayake and John Keells Holdings Vice President and Walkers Tours Ltd Head of Business Development Prabath Harshakumar were re-elected. Nature’s Beauty Creations Limited Head of Exports Shamindi Kumarasinghe was re-elected as Treasurer, while SALOTA International (Pvt.) Ltd Managing Director Kolitha Wickremasinghe continues as Immediate Past President.

The newly elected committee includes representatives from Avian Technologies (Pvt.) Ltd, Ceylon Fresh Teas (Pvt.) Ltd, Freight Links International (Pte) Ltd, HVA Food PLC, Millennium Teas (Pvt.) Ltd, Regency Teas (Pvt.) Ltd, Scanwell Logistics Colombo (Pvt.) Ltd, Shan Teas (Pvt.) Ltd and Unitrades (Pvt.) Ltd.