An 18-member delegation from the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) undertook a two day visit to Sri Lanka aimed at fostering collaboration and development in the automobile industry between the two nations.
According to the Indian High Commission in Sri Lanka, the delegation’s visit from 17-18 March 2025 aims to further strengthen the economic partnership between India and Sri Lanka.
The delegation included representatives from leading Indian vehicle manufacturers across all segments, including commercial vehicles, passenger vehicles, two-wheelers, and three-wheelers.
During the visit, the delegation called on Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, Sunil Handunneththi, and Deputy Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, Chathuranga Abeysinghe.
In addition, they held meetings with senior officials from the Ministry of Finance, Board of Investment of Sri Lanka (BOI), and with the members of Ceylon Motor Traders Association.
The delegation also met Deputy High Commissioner of India, Dr. Satyanjal Pandey, and apprised him on the operations of Indian automobile companies in Sri Lanka. (Newswire)
