Sri Lanka’s apparel exports recorded a strong performance in April, with total exports rising by 15.14% compared to the same month last year, according to the Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF).

This growth was driven by robust demand from key markets, including the US (up 6.83%), EU (excluding UK) (up 27.04%), and the UK (up 7.45%).

Exports to other destinations also increased by 21.18%.

Cumulatively, from January to April, total apparel exports reached $ 1.66 billion, reflecting a 12.4% increase over the same period in 2024.

Notably, exports to the EU rose by 18.13%, the US by 10.06%, and other markets by 13.56%, while the UK market grew by 6.26%.

These results reaffirm the resilience and continued competitiveness of Sri Lanka’s apparel industry amid ongoing global challenges. The detailed schedules attached offer further data comparisons over the last five years for reference.