Sri Lankan Delegation to Visit U.S. for Crucial Trade Talks
Aruna Shantha
13-Jul-2025 21:14:46
A high-level Sri Lankan delegation is set to depart for the United States ahead of August 1 to engage in key discussions aimed at reducing the 30% tariff imposed on Sri Lankan exports.
The delegation, comprising top officials including Central Bank Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe and Trade Ministry Secretary Vimalendra Raja, seeks to secure more favorable trade terms in light of recent U.S. policy changes.
The move follows a letter from U.S. President Donald Trump to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, confirming a tariff reduction from 44% to 30% on selected Sri Lankan goods. The visit is part of a broader push to enhance bilateral trade and finalize a comprehensive agreement. The revised tariff policy is set to come into effect on August 1.
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