July 20, Colombo (LNW): The Chinese government has removed long-standing barriers to the import of chicken, eggs, and pineapples produced in Sri Lanka, according to Agriculture and Plantation Industries Minister Mahinda Amaraweera.
Minister Amaraweera announced that a Chinese delegation, led by Chinese Deputy Minister of General Administration of Customs Wang Lingjung, made this announcement during a recent visit to Sri Lanka.
Sri Lankan pineapple cultivators, exporters, and poultry product manufacturers will now be able to export their goods to the Chinese market.
The Ministry emphasized that significant efforts were made to eliminate the obstacles preventing the export of these agricultural products to China. A comprehensive process will be adopted to ensure the quality of poultry products and the cultivation of pineapples in the country.
Minister Amaraweera credited the dedication of the officials from the Agriculture and Plantation Industries Ministry for the successful negotiation of market opportunities with China.
