India, Aug. 25 -- Sri Lanka has secured a pivotal USD 171 million investment from CEAT OHT Lanka, marking a major advancement for its manufacturing and export sector. This substantial commitment, formalised through an agreement with the Board of Investment of Sri Lanka, stands as one of the most significant recent Indian investments in the country and is set to position Sri Lanka as a premier global hub for off-highway tyre (OHT) production.

A cornerstone of the agreement is a tripartite commitment to workforce stability. A memorandum of understanding between CEAT OHT Lanka, Michelin Lanka and the Inter-Company Employees Union guarantees job security for all 1,483 existing employees. This ensures the full retention of their seniority, sal...