# Sri Lanka international economic diplomacy efforts > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/sri-lanka-international-economic-diplomacy-efforts > Updated: 2026-10-26T06:41:03.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. Sri Lanka has engaged in multiple international initiatives to expand its market presence and attract foreign direct investment. In the Maldives, the Sri Lanka Export Development Board and the Sri Lanka–Maldives Business Council facilitated the participation of various hospitality supply chain sectors—including food and beverage, engineering, and technology—at Hotel Asia 2026 to connect with Maldivian buyers. In parallel, Sri Lanka has sought to strengthen ties with other nations. Efforts in Malaysia included showcasing investment opportunities in energy, tourism, ICT, and manufacturing at the Selangor Investment & Industrial Park Expo. Additionally, the Sri Lanka-USA Business Council marked its tenth anniversary, with the US Ambassador to Sri Lanka emphasizing the need to improve the business climate and intellectual property protections to foster cooperation in technology, energy, and infrastructure. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-26: Sri Lankan business councils expand regional and international trade ties Sri Lankan businesses are expanding trade reach through hospitality exhibitions in the Maldives and strengthening commercial ties with the United States via the Sri Lanka-USA Business Council. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sri-lankan-business-councils-expand-regional-and-international-trade-ties ### 2026-10-18: Sri Lanka promotes hospitality and investment projects in Maldives and Malaysia Sri Lanka is promoting economic growth through international initiatives, showcasing hospitality products in the Maldives and presenting ready-to-invest industrial projects at an expo in Malaysia. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sri-lanka-promotes-hospitality-and-investment-projects-in-maldives-and-malaysia --- Cite as: Sri Lanka international economic diplomacy efforts. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/sri-lanka-international-economic-diplomacy-efforts