EDB hosts networking session for new exporters and entrepreneurs

THE Export Development Board (EDB) successfully conducted a networking and knowledge-sharing session with established exporters in five different product sectors (tea, spices and coconut-based products, processed foods and cashew products, ornamental fish, and herbal and ayurvedic products) for new exporters and entrepreneurs on 22 May 2025 at the "Training Arena," 3rd Floor, EDB-NDB Tower, Colombo 02. This event provided an excellent opportunity for new exporters to learn directly from industry leaders and gain practical insights.

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This exclusive session brought together 100 new exporters and entrepreneurs, including SME direct exporters and indirect exporters, along with leading exporters. The event featured a distinguished panel of speakers who shared their expertise on various topics critical to succeeding in the global marketplace:

Lumbini Aquaria International Ltd. Chairman Vibhu Perera with decades of experience in the ornamental fish sector, shared real-life examples of how Lumbini Aquaria International entered and succeeded in challenging international markets. He highlighted all key areas that new exporters in the ornamental fish sector should focus on.