Nations Trust Bank empowers entrepreneurs at National Chamber of Export SVAT Seminar

From left: Ernst & Young Partner Tax Suleiman Nishtar, Imperial Teas Group Chairman and Managing Director and NCE President Jayantha Karunaratne, Tax Policy and International Tax Affairs Deputy Commissioner N.M.M. Mifly, Ministry of Finance Tax Policy Advisor Thanuja Ayanthi Perera, JAAFSL Deputy Chairman Felix A. Fernando, Nations Trust Bank Commercial Banking Executive Vice President Arosha Liyanaarachchi, NCE Secretary General and CEO Shiham Marikar, and Tea Exporters Association of Sri Lanka Chairman Ganesh Deivanayagam

JAAFSL Deputy Chairman Felix A. Fernando, and Nations Trust Bank Commercial Banking Executive Vice President Arosha Liyanaarachchi addressing the participants

Nations Trust Bank Digital Banking and Acquisition Senior Vice President Randil Boteju sharing thoughts with the gathering

Nations Trust Bank sponsored the National Chamber of Export SVAT Seminar as the Official Banking Partner, demonstrating its commitment to supporting and empowering Sri Lanka’s entrepreneurial export sector. The event garnered the participation of key industry leaders, including CEOs, Directors and renowned business owners. 

The National Chamber of Export Sri Lanka held the forum with the aim to provide in-depth knowledge on the recently implemented changes in SVAT (Value Added Tax) and Income Tax. By shedding light on these crucial updates, the forum aims to empower businesses to adopt their strategies effectively to achieve optimal outcomes. The audience, comprising 240 top-level management representatives and business owners, witnessed thought-provoking discussions and insightful presentations designed to address exporter concerns and challenges.  

Nations Trust Bank Commercial Banking Executive Vice President Arosha Liyanaarachchi actively participated as a panellist in the forum and highlighted the bank’s strong commitment towards the export community. His insights and expertise on the evolving financial landscape for entrepreneurs in the export sector contributed to the dialogue during the forum.   

The Bank’s Digital Banking and Acquisitions Senior Vice President Randil Boteju, while speaking on the occasion stated, “At Nations Trust Bank, we are dedicated to empowering businesses and facilitating their growth journeys. By supporting events such as the National Chamber of Export SVAT Seminar, we reaffirm our commitment to be the go-to business bank for our customers. Our comprehensive approach, coupled with personalised financial and lifestyle benefits, ensures that high-performing businesses receive tailored solutions to thrive in an ever-changing economic landscape.”