The program was graced by the presence of H.E. Varuni Muthukumarana, Sri Lankan Ambassador to Germany, who engaged in discussions with German authorities, industry leaders, and business multipliers, strengthening bilateral collaboration in the healthcare and medical sectors.
Key highlights of the visit included:
- Meetings with Messe Düsseldorf to explore global trade fair trends and business opportunities.
- Engagements with the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) on regulatory standards and medical innovation.
- Knowledge-sharing sessions with the German Health Alliance (GHA) and Medicare Asia, focusing on emerging market strategies and healthcare solutions.
- A site visit to a state-of-the-art hospital in Germany, offering first-hand exposure to advanced healthcare infrastructure and hospital operations.
The delegation returned to Sri Lanka with actionable insights and practical knowledge to support the continued growth and innovation of the country’s health and medical sector. This initiative is expected to enhance Sri Lanka’s capabilities in medical technologies, hospital management, and healthcare services.
Mr. Malintha Gajanayake, Head of Corporate Affairs & Export Promotion at AHK Sri Lanka, emphasized:
"It is vital for Sri Lankan medical industry stakeholders to participate in international exhibitions like MEDICA, not only to gain valuable insights into global industry trends but also to build strong, lasting relationships with international partners. Such exposure is key to driving growth and innovation in Sri Lanka’s healthcare sector."
Mr. Linus Jeganathan, Managing Director of Technomedics, added:
"We were extremely happy with the entire experience. The opportunity to visit such an advanced hospital and learn directly from their expertise was truly invaluable. The shared knowledge and experiences have left a positive and lasting impact on all participants."
Dr. Lakith Peiris (PhD), Managing Director of Hemas Hospitals, shared:
"We made many connections at the exhibition, and we will follow through. It was excellent learning on how healthcare and digital health are evolving. The hospital guided tour provided a wonderful exposure to learn both the similarities and differences between the healthcare systems of Germany and Sri Lanka. One of the best hospital tours I have had."
This visit reflects Sri Lanka’s ongoing commitment to global engagement in the medical sector and highlights the growing potential for collaboration between Sri Lankan and German healthcare stakeholders.
AHK Sri Lanka is part of the global German Chamber Network, supported by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energie (BMWE). With over 150 locations in 93 countries, the AHKs support German and local companies with their international business development, offering expertise, connections, and tailored services. As an essential partner of the Chambers of Commerce and Industry (IHKs) in Germany, AHKs operate in countries of strategic importance to German enterprises worldwide.
