The Sri Lanka – Malaysia Business Council (SLMBC) successfully concluded its 30th Annual General Meeting (AGM) recently. at the Union Ballroom, Hilton Colombo Residences. The event was a significant milestone for the council, celebrating three decades of fostering bilateral trade and investment between Sri Lanka and Malaysia.
Outgoing president, M.H.K.M Hameez (Spillburg Holdings), in his farewell speech, reflected on the council’s achievements during 2023/24. The council also presented a special edition of its event highlights to Malaysian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka.
Marshad Barry, newly elected President (Amana Bank PLC), outlined his vision for SLMBC’s future. He emphasized the Council’s commitment to strengthening bilateral trade and investment between Sri Lanka and Malaysia. Kushan Atapattu (Dialog Axiata PLC) and Tony Ganlath (Ganlath Timber & Transport Services) were elected as Vice Presidents. The AGM was graced by the presence of Badli Hisham Adam, the High Commissioner of Malaysia to Sri Lanka, who also serves as the Patron of SLMBC. His Excellency delivered a keynote address, highlighting the strong and growing bilateral relations between the two countries and emphasizing the importance of continued cooperation in multiple business and industry sectors.
Dr. Kishu Gomes, the Group Managing Director and CEO of Dreamron Group of Companies, was the guest speaker. Dr. Gomes shared his insights on the current economic landscape and discussed opportunities for businesses to collaborate and thrive in the region, drawing on his experience over the past few decades as a top Executive.
The AGM concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Vice President Kushan Atapattu.
The SLMBC is confident that under the leadership of its new Executive Committee, it will continue to play a vital role in strengthening the economic relationship between Sri Lanka and Malaysia.
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