22-06-2026
On 18 June 2026, the Sri Lanka Logistics and Freight Forwarders’ Association (SLFFA) hosted a pivotal bilateral trade session at its Colombo Secretariat, welcoming a senior representative from the Dubai Chambers. Amid a volatile international trade environment, this exclusive engagement served as a high-value platform to explore cross-border expansions, optimize multimodal logistical linkages, and advance Sri Lanka’s ambition to establish itself as a preeminent regional hub.
The engagement commenced with a courtesy call between the visiting representative and apex SLFFA leadership to realign strategic goals. This was followed by a selective roundtable discussion designed to guarantee high-utility dialogue. The session focused on actionable initiatives to help Sri Lankan freight forwarders seamlessly leverage Dubai’s advanced infrastructure and digital free zones.
Ultimately, this targeted interaction highlights the proactive institutional role that SLFFA plays in elevating the professional standards of the nation's logistics and maritime sectors. By creating direct operational links with global trade bodies like the Dubai Chambers, SLFFA actively equips its membership with the commercial networks required to thrive in an evolving global supply chain ecosystem.