Global thought leaders to headline Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit

A powerhouse roster of international and regional experts will headline the Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2025, setting the stage for a world-class dialogue on reform, resilience, and investment-led growth.

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Organised by The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, the two-day summit will take place on 02 and 03 December at the Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo.

Leading the international lineup of Keynote Speakers across the Summit's sessions, is Kenneth Shen, Chairman of EDOTCO Group, Malaysia, and Astro Holdings.

With over three decades in investment, corporate finance, and capital markets, Shen brings a wealth of experience on regional capital flows and private sector transformation.

Gevorg Sargsyan, World Bank Country Manager for Sri Lanka, brings over two decades of experience in infrastructure, energy, and climate finance.

He has held senior roles across Europe, Central Asia, and East Asia, and served as the Global Lead for Clean Energy, contributing to policy development, financing strategies, and sustainable energy solutions.

Dr. Alex Patelis, former Chief Economic Adviser to the Prime Minister of Greece, offers comparative insights from Greece's post-crisis recovery and reform journey.

Having served as Global Head of FX & Debt Strategy and Managing Director of Global Research at Merrill Lynch, and Chief Economist at PSQR, he brings unmatched expertise in macroeconomic reform and financial strategy.