BOI hosts Polish delegation

A business delegation from Poland headed by Leszek Lazarczyk, Vice President of the Polska Izba Gospodarcze ( Polish Chamber of Commerce), and Chairman/ CEO of the Linter Group, whose visit to Sri Lanka was organized and facilitated by D.S de Silva, Minister/ Deputy Chief of Mission of the Embassy of Sri Lanka to Poland, was hosted by the BOI. Linter group is a founder member of the Polish Chamber of Commerce with offices in 5 countries.

The delegation's visit to the island was to evaluate the potential for investment in Sri Lanka in key areas where Polish enterprises have comparative advantages, notably in power generation and pharmaceuticals manufacture. The delegation also expressed interest in alternative medicine, spas and related products including Ayurveda based products and services.

At the meeting Dr Lakshman Jayaweera, Chairman/Director General of the BOI and other senior officials of the Board briefed the Polish delegation on the attractive incentives Sri Lanka offers to investors and on the country's favourable business environment.