Sri Lanka, June 1 -- Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, announced that the government will continue to provide maximum support for the growth of the local pharmaceutical industry by encouraging domestic manufacturers.

He made the statement during the launch of the first batch of locally produced medicines prepared for export.

Valued at Rs. 45 million, the shipment used to treat heart patients is set to be exported to Peru.

The event was held at the Ministry of Health and Mass Media.

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