Norway invites Sri Lanka to participate in Fisheries Exhibition

Norway has officially invited Sri Lanka to participate and conduct a discussion on fish exports in an internationally acclaimed fisheries exhibition planned to be held in August in the city of Trondheim.

The invitation was made by the Norwegian Ambassador Thorbojorn Gaustadsaether during a discussion held  last week with Fisheries minister Mahinda Amaraweera at the Ministry.

Government of Norway assists Sri Lankan fisheries technically and financially in multiple ways. Surveying fisheries resources within EEZ of Sri Lanka and conducting census on fisheries products, developing aquaculture activities, earning foreign exchange and opening new employment opportunities are being carried out under the assistance of Norwegian government.

Additionally, the government of Norway extends technical assistance and consultation in the formulation of first ever fisheries policy in Sri Lanka and NAQDA is already working conjointly with Norwegian consultants. H.E the Ambassador stated that participation of fish exporters and other stakeholders of Sri Lankan fisheries to this event will provide an international platform for the promotion of Sri Lankan fish products making other countries aware of its high quality.

Minister Amaraweera extended his gratitude towards the Norwegian government for their enduring support in the context of lifting the EU fish ban against and developing Sri Lankan fisheries.