Industrial Trade in Sri Lanka
The economy of the country is no longer limited to domestic agricultural activities but it has shifted to become a part of the international market. A major part of the Sri Lankan population is engaged in agriculture, animal husbandry and fishing whereas another part of the population is engaged in factory production. A certain part of the population also comprises the unskilled labor whereas many seek their career in accounting, sales, medicine, law, services etc. The major industries in Sri Lanka comprise both agricultural activities as well as manufacturing. The main agricultural products are rice, grain and coconut. Tea and rubber plantation are major source of economy of Sri Lanka. The manufacturing industry comprises the textile manufacturing, tobacco, beverage and food processing. The heavy industry of Sri Lanka is involved with cement, tire, steel manufacturing and also with mining, oil refining etc.
In Sri Lanka industrial activities also comprise energy production, construction and transportation. Tourism is one of the major industries of Sri Lanka. The several sea beaches, archeological sites, wildlife sanctuaries and different places of interest attract tourists from different parts of the world.
Sri Lanka is a noted global exporter of rubber, tea, coconut products and gems. Sri Lanka mainly imports metals, food stuff, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, machinery equipments etc from other countries.
08:39 AM Monday September 13th, 2010
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