AmCham strategic partner for EDEX 2008

by Ruzaik Farook, Colpetty correspondent

The American Chamber of Commerce in Sri Lanka (AmCham) which has joined hands with EDEX and become the strategic partner for EDEX 2008 believes that their vision on empowering Sri Lankan youth has not come to the forefront at a better time.

Project Manager, AmChan Ransi Dharmasiriwardhana said, "There is no doubt Sri Lanka builds a lot of talent but providing youth the opportunity to take decisions on advancing that talent must also become a priority." She said that there needs to be institutions that guide students or hopefuls to fulfil their potential.

AMCHAM which brings together nearly 300 Sri Lankan and American Companies in Sri Lanka covers trade, business and investment between the two companies.

"We hope the range of companies participating will open avenues for those interested", she said adding that EDEX would provide a chance for people to be aware of what is available and would be able to explore as well.

"For the fifth consecutive year, EDEX is bringing its vision of empowering Sri Lankan youth to be globally competitive to life and the American Chamber of Commerce in Sri Lanka (AMCHCM) is pleased to support this vision of the National Higher Education and Careers Exhibition, EDEX 2008," she said.

Founded in 1992 AmCham in Sri Lanka is associated with the US Chamber of Commerce, the largest business federation of the US.

EDEX 2008 organised by the Royal College Union will be held from January 18-20 at the BMICH, and from January 22-23 at the Queens Hotel, Kandy.