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Gl systems seen as vital for SL's transition to a value-driven economy

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October 28, 2025

Sri Lanka's journey toward a resilient, value-driven economy can find a powerful ally in Geographical Indications (GIs) - a globally recognised tool that links unique products with their origin, quality, and heritage.

- BY IFHAM NIZAM

Gl systems seen as vital for SL's transition to a value-driven economy

Dilani Hirimuthugodage: 'GIs vital'

Speaking at a recent forum, Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) Research Economist Dilani Hirimuthugodage highlighted the immense potential of GIs in unlocking Sri Lanka's economic strength, particularly through agriculture and rural enterprise.

"GI systems are important to Sri Lanka in many ways legally, economically, politically and socially. But I will mainly focus on the economic perspective, she said, explaining that GIs offer high price premiums, increase farmer incomes, boost exports and foster rural development.

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