Message from the President
Mr. SHIRENDRA LAWRENCE
It is my priviledge and pleasure to provide leadership to AmCham Sri Lanka, an affiliate of the US Chambers of Commerce, the largest business network in the world. This along with our connectivity with the Embassy of the USA in Sri Lanka, and our other partner organisations enables us to support our 350 plus members in promoting and facilitating Commercial, Industrial, Economic and Business activities between USA and Sri Lanka.
I have served on the Board for the past four years, and witnessed firsthand the dedication and resilience with which this organization has been led. During this time, AmCham transitioned from being a facilitator of business-to-business engagements to a key player in improving Sri Lanka’s investment and reinvestment landscape through the Gateway USA 2020-2023 vision. This initiative was instrumental in addressing policy-related challenges and promoting global best practices to enhance Sri Lanka’s status as a prime investment destination.
As we now look to the future, our 2023-2025 vision is firmly aligned with supporting the government’s ongoing efforts to attract Foreign Direct Investment and diversify the export portfolio for a more sustainable economic framework. This vision will be driven by three core pillars:
- Advocacy: Continuing to engage on crucial policy matters like labor reforms, tax regulations, and digitalization to create an environment conducive to investment and growth.
- Best Practices: Promoting global standards and productivity trends to help our members succeed in today’s fast-changing business world.
- Market Access: Strengthening relationships and building networks to open doors for our members to both local and international markets.
This vision aligns with AmCham’s long-standing mission to enhance Sri Lanka’s investment potential, and I am confident that with the support of our dedicated members and partners, we will continue to drive progress.
I would also like to extend my sincere appreciation to the officials at the Embassy of the USA, for their unwavering partnership, particularly during this 75th anniversary of bilateral relations between Sri Lanka and the United States.
Together, we are embarking on a promising journey, and I look forward to achieving great things in the years to come.
Best wishes,
Shirendra Lawrence
President, AmCham Sri Lanka
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