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A total of 25 countries will gather in Sri Lanka for the Global Rubber Conference (GRC) this year, an official said on Monday.
The three-day international event, believed to be one of the world's leading conferences on natural rubber, will take place October in Colombo.
Last year the event was hosted in Palembang, Indonesia.
Themed "Sowing the Seeds for Sustainable Future," the high caliber forum is expected to serve as a platform for various industry players in the rubber industry to gain further insights on the major challenges and opportunities within the industry, both in a local and global context.
The event will bring together 700 experts and delegates, including 500 foreign delegates representing over 25 countries. Eighteen 18 eminent guest speakers representing government agencies, rubber research bodies, rubber associations and commercial companies will address the conference.
"An international conference of this nature will not only help Sri Lanka promote its rubber industry but will also help the local players to learn about new technologies, skills development and international best practices that will help to enhance and achieve this much needed value addition," Sri Lanka Export Development Board Chairman Bandula Egodage told reporters.
Visiting and local experts of GRC 2014 is expected to discuss a wide spectrum of commercial and R&D developments, share experiences, get updated on the latest trend and technologies transformation and strengthen business relationships.
In addition to presenting unparalleled benefits for business matching potential and investment opportunities in the global non- rubber producing and consuming countries, GRC 2014 aims at delivering the latest applications from global research and development programs through a well-designed sponsorship program and an exhibition.
The conference will also include a study tour, guided field visits to local rubber industries, networking sessions, and business matching.
