The High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to Pakistan, Rear Admiral Fred Senevirathne, met Dr. Zeelaf Munir, Chairperson of the Pakistan Business Council (PBC), on 06 February 2026 in Karachi. Dr. Munir, who also serves as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of English Biscuit Manufacturers (EBM), leads Pakistan’s premier business policy advocacy body, which plays a key role in promoting a conducive business environment, export growth, and industrial development. The High Commissioner was warmly received by Dr. Munir at her office.

During the meeting, the High Commissioner briefed the Chairperson on the current economic and political landscape in Sri Lanka, highlighting the country’s improving economic outlook, enhanced political stability, and a favourable environment for foreign investment. He also outlined the policy priorities of the new Government, with particular emphasis on ongoing economic reforms, investment-friendly initiatives, and opportunities to further strengthen bilateral economic and trade cooperation between Sri Lanka and Pakistan.

The High Commissioner invited the Chairperson of the Pakistan Business Council to consider leading a delegation of prominent business leaders and investors to Sri Lanka, with a view to engaging with Sri Lankan counterparts and exploring potential investment opportunities and avenues for collaboration across key sectors.

The meeting was facilitated  by. Honorary Consul of Sri Lanka in Hyderabad Mehmood Mandviwalla. He was also present at the meeting. .; Minister and Head of Chancery of the Sri Lanka High Commission in IslamabadChristy Ruban,  andConsul General of Sri Lanka in Karachi Sanjeewa Pattiwila also participated at the meeting.