About | Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Sri Lanka (FCCISL)

The Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Sri Lanka (FCCISL) is the national apex body representing both the private sector and organised civil society. It serves as a unifying platform that connects business enterprises, chambers of commerce, industry associations, and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to work collectively for inclusive, sustainable and responsible national development.

Vision

“To be Sri Lanka’s most influential national platform that champions business excellence, inclusive growth, and sustainable development through strong public–private–civil society partnerships.”

Mission

To strengthen Sri Lanka’s economy and society by:

Enhancing the competitiveness of Sri Lankan enterprises locally and globally
Empowering civil society organisations to contribute effectively to national development
Promoting ethical business, good governance, social responsibility and environmental sustainability
Providing innovative, research-driven policy advocacy and capacity-building services
Serving as a trusted bridge between the private sector, civil society, and government

FCCISL has, for over five decades, empowered Sri Lankan enterprises to remain competitive in a rapidly changing global environment. Today, it also plays a growing role in strengthening civil society, promoting good governance, social inclusion, sustainability and community resilience.

With a nationwide membership network of over 63 chambers, business associations and civil society organisations, FCCISL directly and indirectly represents more than 45,000 enterprises and organisations across all districts and provinces of Sri Lanka. Its membership spans large, medium, small and micro enterprises, along with development-oriented civil society partners across manufacturing, logistics, trade, services and community-based sectors.

Our Role

As an umbrella organisation, FCCISL delivers a wide spectrum of services including:

Policy advocacy and public–private–civil dialogue

Business and CSO capacity building

Research, data and advisory services

Trade, investment and market access support

Sustainability, governance and social development initiatives

Our Commitment

In a knowledge-driven, globalised economy, FCCISL stands for:

Quality

Competitiveness

Transparency

Accountability

Sustainability

Social Impact

We remain committed to shaping a resilient Sri Lankan economy and a strong civil society that together drive inclusive national progress.

Our Core Competence

Wide experience and expertise in diverse fields

Quality service provider

Highly trained, experienced and accomplished multi-disciplinary, multi-lingual intellectual capital as its Secretariat

Professional approach for evolving quick solutions to economic and industrial issues

One-stop-shop for promotion of Small and Medium Enterprises

A long standing track record of formulating and implementing donor supported business and economic development programmes

Corporate Governance Model

Formation of new committees from the board for designing of relevant polices and monitoring purpose

Strategy - Intervention on national issues /International relations /membership development / capacity Building.
Sustainability and Risk Management - Finance and Audit /sponsorships and fund raising / training and education/ publications and staff benefits .
Public Relations - Trade fairs, exhibitions and promotions /special projects/ , Media, religious ceremonies/Annual general Meeting /Publications

Executive council

Each member organization will get the membership by virtue of the fact that they become members. From each member organization there will be a permanent representative and another alternative member to represent the said chamber/association etc.

Finance Committee

Minimum (3) maximum (5) members representing the business community to advise the board on scope of the finance reporting system and management of fixed assets.

Advisory committee

FCCISL Advisory Committee was set up to further strengthen the vision and mission of the FCCISL -apex body of the Sri Lankan chamber movement. The advisory committee will consist of prominent entrepreneurs and business professionals in the country and expected to play a key role in shaping up the future of FCCISL.

The Council

Steering the Federation of Chambers of Commerce & Industry of Sri Lanka (FCCISL) is its dynamic council comprising of eminent & respected professionals in the commerce and industry sector of the country. As the highest policy making body, the council ensures that the most appropriate policies, guidelines and directions are established and continuously review the operations of the FCCISL in order to ensure that the institution is able to meet pre-determined organizational goals. The council consisting of two representatives of each member body which include the President, Senior Vice President & a Vice President who have a tenure of 2 years each. Among the many responsibilities of council members; representing its membership at various high-profile local and foreign forums, leading/contributing at important sub-committees & standing committees, lobbying and acting as a conduit to facilitate information sharing between its membership and policy making bodies are significant.

Our Team

Highly qualified multi-disciplinary Secretariat consisting of graduates, MBAs, IT professionals, fiscal and financial analysts, lawyers, etc., who can provide business solutions and guidance on industry issues like productivity, quality, market access, taxation, economic policies, etc. The intellectual capital is ever-expanding to address newer areas and wider issues.

Our Office