Pan Asia Banking Corporation PLC, and the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (NCCSL) are pleased to announce a partnership aimed at fostering the growth and development of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) across the country. This collaboration underscores the commitment of both institutions to support and enhance the SME sector, and recognizing their importance, Pan Asia Bank and NCCSL are dedicated to supporting the SME sector by providing targeted development programmes and workshops.
Along with the support of the NCCSL, Pan Asia Bank will be conducting workshops throughout Sri Lanka with the aim of educating and empowering local SMEs towards growth. These workshops will be designed to provide SME entrepreneurs with practical knowledge and skills essential for their business development especially the SMEs engaged in tourism starting with Ella.
“At Pan Asia Bank we are continuously looking for ways to make a positive impact in our economic environment therefore, this collaboration with the NCCSL allows us to empower SMEs and entrepreneurs across Sri Lanka,” said Naleen Edirisinghe, CEO/Director of Pan Asia Bank. “This MOU marks a significant step towards realizing our shared vision of a vibrant and resilient SME sector. Our goal is to provide SMEs with the tools and knowledge they need to grow and succeed in an increasingly competitive market.”
NCCSL’s President Deepal Nelson, “The NCCSL has a responsibility to develop Sri Lanka’s business community especially the SME sector. Our partnership with Pan Asia Bank, our closest partner, reflects our dedication to fostering entrepreneurship and supporting business growth. We are committed to leveraging our resources and expertise to provide invaluable support to SMEs. We look forward to the positive impact this collaboration will bring to our SME community, helping them to innovate, expand, and thrive.”
Photo Caption (Left to Right) : Pan Asia Bank team comprising Christman Fonseka (Senior Manager- Branch Credit), Sirimevan Senevirathne (Head Of Marketing), Nimal Ratnayake (Assistant General Manager – Branch Credit), Naleen Edirisinghe (Director/CEO of Pan Asia Bank) and NCCSL comprising Deepal Nelson (President), Lakmal Fernando (Honorary Secretary), Nilupul Chandrasena (Secretary General/CEO)
