Germany–Sri Lanka relations
bilateral relations between Germany and Sri Lanka
Germany–Sri Lanka relations are diplomatic relations between Germany and Sri Lanka. They have existed since 1953, and the 60th anniversary was celebrated in Berlin in October 2013. With the end of the 30-year civil war in 2009, Germany became an important partner in reconstruction as well as a helper in the reconciliation of the different ethnic groups.
Economic exchange
Germany is the fourth most important export market for Sri Lanka. In 2021, the value of German imported goods from Sri Lanka, which mainly consist of rubber, tea and textiles, was 864.5 million euros. German exports of machinery, electrical and chemical products, and motor vehicles, amounted to 265.6 million euros. Germany is Sri Lanka's second most important investor from the EU. Investments by 51 German companies have created approximately 11,700 local jobs in Sri Lanka since 1951. In the 1950s, various trade agreements were concluded, which serve as a basis for bilateral cooperation. In 1979, a double taxation agreement was signed, which offers reduced tax rates on dividends and interest for both countries.
Tourism
German visitors represented the third most important tourist group for Sri Lanka with 85,470 travelers in 2013.
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