SLGJA leads way in increasing exports to support Lankan economy

The Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA) extends its continuous support in ensuring the industry contributes to the strengthening of the economy during the current economic and financial crisis. 

The SLGJA shares the growing concern for the current economic crisis the country is currently facing and has taken steps to ensure the gem and jewellery industry increases exports to ensure a steady flow of foreign exchange enters the country.

Following its discussion with Minister Ramesh Pathirana, the SLGJA has taken the first steps to bring to light the current issues faced by the gem and jewellery exporters and has  requested the minister’s assistance and support in ensuring the process of carrying out exports is made easier for businesses, thus ensuring a free flow of foreign exchange into the country.

As a luxury industry, many gem and jewellery businesses have faced a number of setbacks post COVID; despite this, the industry is working together to focus their efforts on increasing exports in order to help the country through these difficult times. The SLGJA is a driving force in ensuring all segments within the industry come together to work towards the goal of increasing exports and foreign exchange for the country.

“We believe we are in a good position to support the country in bringing in the much-needed foreign currency through exports,” said SLGJA Chairman Ajward Deen.