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German Industry Resilience in Sri Lanka Amid Challenging Asia-Pacific Market Conditions

The "AHK Asia-Pacific Business Outlook Fall 2024" survey, conducted by the German Chambers of Commerce Abroad (AHKs), provides critical insights into the economic and business sentiment across the Asia-Pacific region. With responses from over 3,500 German-affiliated companies globally, including 643 in Asia-Pacific (excluding Greater China), this report outlines key trends, risks, and opportunities. Notably, Sri Lanka emerges as a standout performer, showing significant optimism about its economic future.

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Celebrating Excellence: AHK Sri Lanka Certifies the First Batch of Plant Mechanics

AHK Sri Lanka is thrilled to announce the certification of the first batch of graduates from the 3.5-year Plant Mechanic for Sanitary, Heating, and Air Conditioning Technology training program, conducted by the DIMO Academy for Technical Skills (DATS) in accordance with DIHK standards.

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Sri Lanka Showcases Healthcare Potential at Medica 2024

The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) successfully organised a Sri Lankan business delegation to Medica 2024, the world’s leading trade fair for medical technology, in Germany from 11-14 November 2024.

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Sustainability Awards 2024 Honour Eco-friendly Tourism Practices

The 2024 Sustainability Awards, organized by the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) and funded by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF Sri Lanka), took place on 12 November 2024 at the Hilton Colombo Residences. This year’s event brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and sustainability advocates to recognize and celebrate exceptional achievements in sustainable business practices within Sri Lanka's tourism sector.

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Business Situation in Asia-Pacific at a Record Low – India Scores

The current business situation of German companies in the Asia-Pacific region (excluding Greater China) reached a historic low in the fall of 2024. This is the result of a special analysis of the new AHK World Business Outlook (WBO) for the Asia-Pacific region.

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AHK Sri Lanka's Insightful Visit to Würth Lanka

The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka), in collaboration with its esteemed Premier Gold Partner, Würth Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, organized an enriching visit to the Würth office in Sri Lanka on the 28th of October 2024.

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Congratulations to Nalin Jayasundara on Being Elected President of SLAITO!

The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) extends its warmest congratulations to Nalin Jayasundera, the Managing Director of Aitken Spence Travel, on his election as the new President of the Sri Lanka Association of Inbound Tour Operators (SLAITO).

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AHK Sri Lanka Hosts Mr. Tobias Pierlings to Strengthen Economic Ties with Germany

The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) was pleased to host Mr. Tobias Pierlings, Head of Division for External Economic Policy South and Southeast Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and Oceania at the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK), during his visit to Sri Lanka.

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Honouring German Businesses at the 10th Edition of Top German Brands in Sri Lanka

The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) successfully hosted the milestone 10th edition of Top German Brands in Sri Lanka on the 19th of September 2024 at the Cinnamon Grand Hotel in Colombo.