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Sri Lanka intensifies push to secure Indian investment in Port City
Government officials and business representatives from both nations convened in Chennai to explore investment opportunities in Colombo Port City. The forum aims to strengthen economic ties and attract capital from India's corporate sector.
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Over 200 business leaders, investors, policymakers and industry representatives from India and Sri Lanka gathered in Chennai this week for the Colombo Port City Investor Forum – Chennai 2026. The event was organised by the Deputy High Commission of Sri Lanka in Chennai in collaboration with Port City Colombo and the Foreign Ministry, according to official statements.
The forum served as a platform to showcase investment opportunities within the Port City project and to facilitate direct engagement between Indian and Sri Lankan business communities. Participants included senior government officials, representatives from major corporations, and entrepreneurs seeking to explore potential ventures in the ambitious development zone.
The initiative reflects Sri Lanka's broader strategy to attract foreign direct investment from India, one of the region's largest economies. Port City Colombo, a major infrastructure development on the island's western coast, has emerged as a focal point for attracting regional investment and establishing the country as a competitive financial and commercial hub.
Official sources indicated that the forum facilitated networking opportunities and detailed presentations on Port City's investment framework, regulatory environment, and available opportunities across multiple sectors including finance, retail, hospitality and logistics.