Embassy of Sri Lanka in Seoul Promotes Sri Lanka Expo 2027 to Korea – China Business Leaders Academy
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Seoul conducted a promotional meeting with the Korea-China Top Leaders Academy to raise awareness of Sri Lanka Expo 2027, Sri Lanka’s premier international trade and business exhibition, and to encourage greater participation by Korean business enterprises.
The meeting was attended by M.K. Pathmanaathan, Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Republic of Korea, Kasun Balasooriya, First Secretary (Commercial), and Manduli Katugampola, Second Secretary, representing the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Seoul. The Korea-China Top Leaders Academy delegation was headed by Mr. Kim Jong-rok, with the participation of 15 top tier business representatives from its membership.
In his remarks, Ambassador Pathmanaathan highlighted the importance of Sri Lanka Expo 2027 as a platform for Korean businesses to explore new sourcing opportunities, establish business connections with Sri Lankan suppliers, and identify potential avenues for trade and investment cooperation. He emphasized the value of participating in the exhibition to discover Sri Lanka’s diverse range of products, expand commercial networks, and explore opportunities for mutually beneficial business partnerships between Sri Lanka and the Republic of Korea.
Kasun Balasooriya, First Secretary (Commercial), delivered a presentation on Sri Lanka Expo 2027, outlining the objectives of the exhibition, its key features, and the business opportunities it offers to international buyers. He also briefed the participants on the special incentive package available to eligible Korean participants, including accommodation, airport pick-up arrangements, shuttle services, and discounted air tickets offered by Sri Lankan Airlines, subject to the applicable arrangements and conditions. The presentation further highlighted the potential for Korean companies to engage directly with Sri Lankan exporters across a range of sectors and to explore new commercial partnerships through the exhibition and its associated business networking opportunities.
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Seoul continues its efforts to promote Sri Lanka Expo 2027 among Korean business associations, industry groups, and prospective buyers, with a view to strengthening bilateral trade and economic cooperation and expanding market access for Sri Lankan products in the Republic of Korea.
Embassy of Sri Lanka
Seoul, Republic of Korea
29 October 2026
