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ECCSL, CBB to discuss post-Brexit opportunities in UK and Europe with intl. experts panel Source:FT The UK’s exit from the European Union last year caused some significant shifts in trading relationships, not only between the UK and the EU, but also further afield. Some of these changes may not yet be fully apparent, as international commerce and trade have been severely impacted this past year by the global pandemic.  As the pandemic recedes and global trade rebounds, will there be new opportunities for Sri Lanka? The UK is Sri Lanka’s second largest trading partner; however, adding together the countries of the European Union, the combined bloc is Sri Lanka’s largest trading partner. How is this being affected by Brexit? Will the UK look to grow trade with Commonwealth members?  Can we expect new opportunities with the European Union?  ...