JAAF reappoints Chairman Sharad Amalean and Executive Committee at 19th AGM

• Published date: 07 February 2023
• Publication title: Daily Mirror

The Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF), the apex body that guides Sri Lanka apparel towards its ultimate goal of being the world's number one apparel sourcing destination, held its 19th Annual General Meeting (AGM) recently, reappointing industry veteran Sharad Amalean as Chairman.

It also unanimously re-elected its Executive Committee, including Saifudeen Jafferjee and Felix Fernando as Deputy Chairmen.

Delivering the Chairman's address, Amalean highlighted that the JAAF identifies the importance of bringing in a new generation of young leaders with motivated youthful energy to drive the apparel industry beyond 2025.

He stressed that while the past year has not been easy, the credibility the JAAF has sustained over the years has undeniably aided the industry to work closely with the government, relevant authorities and regulatory bodies. This has been a key driver in the ease of doing business in an unprecedented socio-economic fabric, a competitive edge in a challenging business climate.

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