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Sri Lanka-France Business Council Members' Day hosted by French Ambassador

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May 08, 2025

THE Sri Lanka-France Business Council (SLFBC) of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce recently held its annual Members' Day, graciously hosted by the newly appointed French Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Rémi Lambert, at his official residence.

Sri Lanka-France Business Council Members' Day hosted by French Ambassador

In his remarks, Ambassador Lambert reaffirmed the strong and diverse ties between France and Sri Lanka. He highlighted key areas of ongoing and potential collaboration, including debt restructuring, educational and cultural programs through Alliance Française, and the growing footprint of French companies in Sri Lanka. The Ambassador also emphasised the importance of tourism, noting that France is currently a top source of tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka.

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