The newly appointed Management Committee of the Imports Section of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce held a courtesy meeting with the Director General of Sri Lanka Customs, Seevali Arukgoda.
The meeting provided an opportunity for an open and constructive dialogue, during which the Committee shared its key priorities, including policy advocacy, digital transformation, and the promotion of ethical and sustainable trade. The Director General also outlined his vision for strengthening Customs operations and facilitating trade in Sri Lanka.
Discussions highlighted several forward-looking initiatives such as the advancement of paperless processing, implementation of pre-arrival clearance systems, adoption of AI-driven risk management, strengthening of the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) programme, and enhancing transparency through Customs House Agent (CHA) grading.
As an association, we remain committed to a collaborative approach to resolving industry issues and to maintaining continuous engagement with stakeholders to build a smoother, smarter, and more sustainable trade ecosystem in Sri Lanka.
