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World Bank Executive Director Parameswaran Iyer Visits Sri Lanka

06 Feb, 2026

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World Bank Group Executive Director Parameswaran Iyer is on an official visit to Sri Lanka to strengthen development cooperation and support the country’s economic growth initiatives.

Mr. Iyer, who represents Sri Lanka and several regional countries on the World Bank’s Executive Board, met with Secretary to the Treasury and Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development, Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma. He was joined by World Bank Country Director for Maldives, Nepal, and Sri Lanka, David Sislen.

Discussions focused on priority sectors for job creation and economic growth, including infrastructure, agribusiness, healthcare, tourism, and value-added manufacturing. Dr. Suriyapperuma emphasized the importance of attracting investment, promoting inclusive growth, and strengthening cooperation across key development sectors.

The visit also reviewed ongoing World Bank-supported projects and explored opportunities to align them further with Sri Lanka’s national development objectives, reinforcing collaboration for sustainable economic progress.

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