CIC Holdings Silver sponsor of WEDF

Summit to be held in Sri Lanka for the first time:

CIC Holdings PLC is the Silver sponsor for the World Export Development Forum (WEDF), organized by the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) at the BMICH from October 12-13.

Managing Director/CEO, CIC Holdings PLC Samantha Ranatunga said, "We are pleased to be the silver sponsor for the WEDF in Colombo, which is one of the foremost events of its stature in the world.

It gives us immense pride that the EDB has managed to bring this event to Colombo as it will help to cement the nation's credentials as a viable investment destination."

"CIC Holdings has spearheaded development of critical sectors such as agriculture, healthcare and industrial solutions, and believes the WEDF will usher in further opportunities for Sri Lankan business and industry which is vital for economic progress,'' he said. This globally significant conference which will witness the convergence of policy-makers and business leaders from around the globe.

Taking place in Sri Lanka for the first time, the event is expected to benefit the country by way of increased business opportunities and foreign investment.

Themed 'Trade for Success: Connect, Compete, Change', this edition of WEDF will explore sustainable trade and its impact and take a closer looks at how it affects businesses.