The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (SLEDB, commonly known as the EDB) is the premier state organisation dealing with the promotion and development of exports. It was established in 1979 under the Sri Lanka Export Development Act No.40 of 1979, and now functions under the Ministry of Export Development & International Trade.

As the State institution responsible for the promotion, development and facilitation of Sri Lanka�fs exporters, the SLEDB provides know-how and assistance and facilitates the effective co-ordination of all state and private sector organizations, associations, industries and manufacturing enterprises and individuals involved in exporting Sri Lanka�fs high quality products and services to overseas markets.

Main Activities of the EDB

Formulate and implement the National Export Plan and sectoral development plans, in association with the relevant state and private sector agencies.

Assist in the improvement of the Macro and micro economic environment viz a viz the development of exports, in association with Public and private sector agencies.

Provide exporters with a viable overseas market environment with by active participation in trade negotiation and relevant follow-up activities.

Conduct market research/ surveys to identify market opportunities for Sri Lankan products and services.

Implement Supply development programmes including technical, quality and packaging development in order to assist exporters/ potential exporters to improve/increase the competitiveness of exports.

Formulate and implement integrated product and market development programmes to expand existing and support exporters and potential exporters entry in to new markets.

Provide e-business services to Sri Lankan exporters to be efficient and competitive in the global markets.

Working with international and local trade promotion organizations to enhance the business global business opportunities.

Implement Human resource development/ training/ awareness programmes for exporters, potential exporters to acquire/ enhance skills in technology, productivity, management and marketing etc.