Business Today Sri Lanka Magazine - December 1998

In this issue

Many local manufacturers, both big and small, initially turned to us for guidance and advice. We were able to help them understand the application of testing and the full gamut of quality, safety, and regulatory requirements and concerns of the global market, says Jennifer Moragoda, Executive Director of MTL, Mountain Hawk.
The cement industry in Sri Lanka is one of great potential. However, there is a clear shortfall in domestic supply and about 50% of the cement demands of the country is being met by imports.
Three key areas that can be identified for priority development in Sri Lanka, are paddy farming, dairy farming, and sugar cane cultivation for the promotion of the sugar industry. These three areas are vital for food security.
Our government, from day one has been committed to maintaining economic stability and accelerated growth through prudent macroeconomic management. That has been our long-term strategy, says V C Gooneratne, Minister of Industrial Development.
N V K K Weragoda worked as a Government Agent, then as Secretary in several key ministries. He holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Development Studies from Cambridge University, England and a MPA from Harvard University USA.