Sri Lanka, Oct. 23 -- Sri Lanka's export sector has demonstrated resilience and steady growth during the first nine months of 2025, recording total earnings of US$ 12,986.52 million, the Export Development Board (EDB) stated.

This reflects a strong 7% increase compared to the corresponding period in 2024, the EDB said in its latest report.

In September alone, the total exports, comprising both merchandise and services reached US$ 1,469.75 million, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 12.33 % over September 2024.

The merchandise exports also grew by 15.02 % year-on-year, reaching US$ 1,163.66 million, according to provisional data of Sri Lanka Customs including the estimates for Gems & Jewellery and Petroleum Products.

For the period Ja...