Written by Jiffry• July 18, 2026• 5:36 pm• Current Affairs • Views: 29

CCWE Summit Promotes Women-Led Businesses Across South Asia

The CCWE Fashion Week & International Summit 2026 has brought together women entrepreneurs, designers and industry leaders in Colombo to promote innovation, regional collaboration and new market opportunities for women-led businesses.

The CCWE Fashion Week & International Summit 2026 has brought together women entrepreneurs, designers, artisans and industry leaders from across South Asia in Colombo to promote innovation, regional collaboration and new market opportunities for women-led businesses.

Organized by the Ceylon Chamber of Women Entrepreneurs (CCWE), the four-day event runs from 16 to 19 July under the theme “Threads of Inclusion – Woven from Every Walk of Life.”

According to the Prime Minister’s Media Division, the summit aims to position fashion as a platform for inclusion, entrepreneurship, empowerment and social transformation while helping women-led businesses gain visibility, access new markets and strengthen their contribution to sustainable economic development.

Women Entrepreneurs Drive Economic Growth

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, who attended the opening ceremony as the Chief Guest, said fashion is a powerful expression of women’s diversity and the many identities they represent. She also noted that fashion reflects the stereotypes and social expectations placed on women, making it an important space for dialogue and positive change.

The Prime Minister commended initiatives such as the CCWE Fashion Week and International Summit for creating opportunities to challenge conventional norms, encourage innovation and celebrate the achievements, resilience and creativity of women.

She also highlighted the economic contribution of women, saying they continue to play a vital role in Sri Lanka’s micro and small enterprise sector.

Regional Platform for Collaboration

The summit brings together women entrepreneurs, designers, artisans, creative professionals and industry leaders from across South Asia. It aims to strengthen regional partnerships, encourage knowledge sharing and create business opportunities for women-led enterprises.

Among those attending the opening ceremony were Dr. Ayanthi Gurusinghe, President of the Ceylon Chamber of Women Entrepreneurs, members of the Chamber, women entrepreneurs, members of the diplomatic corps, designers, artisans, creative professionals and industry leaders from across the region.