Unilever’s Global CEO Alan Jope arrived in Sri Lanka on an official visit recently to review Unilever Sri Lanka’s operations and engage with employees of the organisation. Joining him was Sanjiv Mehta – Executive Vice President South Asia and CEO/MD of Hindustan Unilever Limited. The visit comes at a crucial time for the country as a sign of Unilever’s solidarity with Sri Lanka in light of recent events.
Unilever Sri Lanka continues to be an important market for Unilever globally as the South Asian cluster is a key growth driver for the Unilever business. Having celebrated its 80th year of operation in the country last year, Unilever Sri Lanka has added vitality to the lives of Sri Lankans for generations and the bond the organisation has formed with local consumers is the strongest it has ever been.
Speaking about his visit to Sri Lanka, Alan Jope commended the resilience of the Sri Lankan people and their unique ability to bounce back from adversity. He further empathised with the people of Sri Lanka in this time of grief and pledged the organization’s support to help with efforts on rebuilding.
Unilever Sri Lanka Chairman Carl Cruz commenting on this visit said, “We are heartened that our Global CEO Alan Jope chose to visit Sri Lanka at this time and appreciate the solidarity and support given to our nation during this period of strife. As a responsible corporate that cares deeply for the people of Sri Lanka we will do our utmost to help those affected to recover and rebuild their lives.”
As part of his visit Jope also pledged a sum of Rs. 25 million towards rebuilding and rehabilitation efforts in Sri Lanka.
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