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Sri Lanka’s JAAF sees potential for apparel despite falling exports
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- Sri Lanka’s JAAF sees potential for apparel despite falling exports Sri Lanka’s apparel exports declined by 4.72% in April 2026.
- The figures show exports to the UK fell by 16.91%, those to the EU by 8.78%, and to the US by 3.46%.
- However, exports to other destinations increased by 12.61%, supporting JAAF’s view of the potential benefits of pursuing diversification beyond traditional markets.
Sri Lanka’s JAAF sees potential for apparel despite falling exports Sri Lanka’s apparel exports declined by 4.72% in April 2026. Credit: Mehaniq/Shutterstock.com. · Just Style · Mehaniq/Shutterstock.com. Jangoulun Singsit Tue, May 26, 2026 at 5:57 PM GMT+7 2 min read According JAAF s data for April 2026, Sri Lanka’s total apparel exports dropped 4.72% year-on-year to $328.15m, compared to $344.40m in the same month of the previous year.
The figures show exports to the UK fell by 16.91%, those to the EU by 8.78%, and to the US by 3.46%.
However, exports to other destinations increased by 12.61%, supporting JAAF’s view of the potential benefits of pursuing diversification beyond traditional markets.
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