India emerges as Sri Lanka's second-largest export destination for January-April 2026

Key facts

• India has become the second-largest export market for Sri Lanka, surpassing the United Kingdom, while the United States remains the largest.
• Sri Lanka's exports to India increased by 8.9 per cent to USD 364.15 million during the January-April 2026 period.
• Total exports from Sri Lanka, comprising merchandise and services, reached USD 1,380.93 million in April 2026, recording a year-on-year growth of 6 per cent.
• The cumulative total exports for the January-April 2026 period are estimated at USD 5,784.38 million, reflecting a growth of 4.3 per cent over the corresponding period in 2025.
• The United States accounts for approximately 22 per cent of Sri Lanka's total merchandise exports, with April 2026 exports to the US increasing by 3.15 per cent to USD 196.37 million.