Sri Lanka, Oct. 13 -- President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has reaffirmed the Government's commitment to creating an investor-friendly environment while highlighting opportunities for private-sector participation in key economic sectors, including port operations.

He made these remarks at the Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2026, which commenced at the Shangri-La Hotel in Colombo yesterday (12).Book Beach Resorts

Among the key proposals discussed was the Government's intention to offer management and operating rights of the East Container Terminal (ECT) at the Colombo Port to a private-sector partner while retaining State ownership. The terminal is currently operated by the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA).

The President noted t...