Pan Asia Bank and National Chamber of Commerce partner to amplify SME development

From left: Pan Asia Bank Senior Manager- Branch Credit Christman Fonseka, Marketing Head Sirimevan Senevirathne, Assistant General Manager – Branch Credit Nimal Ratnayake, Director/CEO Naleen Edirisinghe, NCCSL President Deepal Nelson, Honorary Secretary Lakmal Fernando, and Secretary General/CEO Nilupul Chandrasena 

Pan Asia Banking Corporation PLC, and the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (NCCSL) have announced a partnership aimed at fostering the growth and development of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) across the country. 

This collaboration emphasises the commitment of both institutions to support and enhance the SME sector, and recognising their importance, Pan Asia Bank and NCCSL are dedicated to supporting the SME sector by providing targeted development programs 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, the first of these programs will be held in Ella targeting the SMEs engaged in tourism. 

Pan Asia Bank CEO/Director Naleen Edirisinghe said, “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. This MOU marks a significant step towards realising 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 President Deepal Nelson said, “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.”