Emerging Asian markets, a strong opportunity for British businesses
"The emerging markets of Asia present strong opportunities for
British businesses, whose experience and expertise can be matched with
the needs of these markets,’ said British
High Commissioner to Sri
Lanka, John Rankin in his message to the UK companies at the
inauguration of the UK trade mission to Sri Lanka, last week in Colombo.
The trade mission saw representatives of 21 British companies eager to
explore and discuss further opportunities for trade and investment in
Sri Lanka.
The trading relationship between the UK and Sri Lanka is already well
established. There are over 100 companies in Sri Lanka with UK
affiliation across a wide range of sectors. The year 2013 was a record
year for UK plc with business wins of over US $ 3 billion and we are
building on that success by organising this trade mission, the High
Commissioner said.
“The visiting UK delegates have expressed interest in a wide range of
sectors from construction and particularly tourism related
infrastructure to education, ICT, insurance, real estate, aviation and
maritime,” the message said. The keynote address was delivered by the
Deputy Minister for Investment Promotion, Faiszer Musthapha. He outlined
Sri Lanka’s strategic position as a gateway to India and the Middle East
because of its trade and transport links. He warmly welcomed all the
British companies present and encouraged them to “visit Sri Lanka, enjoy
its beauty and take a decision to make their next investment here.” |