The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the Institute for Future Creations (TIFC) and other relevant stakeholders, including the London College of Fashion (UAL) and the Chamber of Ethical Lifestyle Enterprises (CELE), recently launched the ‘Creative Sri Lanka 2030’ project during a ceremony held at the EDB head office. The event brought together key stakeholders from the Government, private sector and civil society to celebrate the beginning of the program and strategize its successful execution. The objectives of this collaborative effort are promoting ethical, sustainable manufacturing and increasing the export of value-added, niche products, enabling the industry to make a maximum contribution to economic development.
The global creative industry stands out as one of the fastest-growing economic sectors worldwide, with high engagement of SME entrepreneurs, duly acknowledged for its importance and substantial role as a contributor to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in numerous countries. The event was attended by the presence of officials including EDB Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Dr. Kingsley Bernard, Investment Promotion Ministry Additional Secretary Anoja Herath, London College of Fashion Knowledge Exchange Lead Hannah Middleton, Institute for Future Creations Co-Founder and Partner Robert Meeder and Institute for Future Creations Co-Founder and Partner Sindu Holla.
The Sri Lankan creative industry also has significant potential t.