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Sri Lanka–UAE trade relations bolstered through exclusive session with UAE Ambassador at National Chamber
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The National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka successfully hosted an exclusive Bilateral Trade and Investment Session with the gracious presence of Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to Sri Lanka Khaled Nasser Al Ameri on Tuesday, 1...
Sri Lanka secures € 30 m debt relief deal with Hungary
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Sri Lanka has taken another key step in its ongoing external debt restructuring process, signing a bilateral agreement with Hungarian Export Credit Insurance PLC to reschedule outstanding loans valued at around € 30 million (approximately Rs. 10.5...
Sri Lanka-Greater Mekong Business Council hosts exclusive Members’ Networking Evening at Port City
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Sri Lanka-Greater Mekong Business Council President Nimal Ratnayake SLGMBC Committee members and invitees The Sri Lanka-Greater Mekong Business Council (SLGMBC) of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce hosted an exclusive Members’ Networking Evening on...
Sri Lanka unlocks new market opportunities with 15 conformity assessment accreditations by SLAB
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Sri Lanka Accreditation Board (SLAB), under the patronage of the Ministry of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development, marked a significant milestone with the accreditation of 15 Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs), bolstering...
Sri Lanka Customs Surpasses Rs. 1 Trillion in Revenue in First Half of 2025
Lanka News Web
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July 4, 2025
Sri Lanka Customs has generated over Rs. 1 trillion in revenue during the first six months of 2025, according to Media Spokesperson and Additional Director General of Customs Seevali Arukgoda. Speaking at a media briefing held today (July 3) in...
Sri Lanka Expo 2026 after 14-year hiatus
Daily FT
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Signalling a bold push to revitalise the country’s export promotion efforts, the Cabinet of Ministers on Tuesday greenlit the return of the Sri Lanka Expo Exhibition in 2026, reviving the flagship trade show after a 14-year hiatus. The Sri Lanka...
Sri Lanka Aims for Debt Repayment Capability by 2028, Says Minister Lalkantha
Lanka News Web
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July 4, 2025
Agriculture, Land, Irrigation and Livestock Minister K. D. Lalkantha stated that the Government is committed to achieving debt repayment capability by 2028, while staying on course with the reform programme agreed upon with the International...
A city rising: How Port City Colombo secures Sri Lanka’s tomorrow
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Nevanka Jayatilleke By Nevanka Jayatilleke Port City Colombo: A tangible win for Sri Lanka’s future Sri Lanka is a land of endurance. Over the many trials that our country has faced over its history, the hallmark of our people is their resilience....
India-Sri Lanka Business Dialogue Reinforces Push for Stronger Investment Links
Lanka News Web
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July 4, 2025
Amid growing economic cooperation and regional integration, promoting Indian investments in Sri Lanka has taken on renewed significance, with over 400 Indian companies currently operating in the island across sectors including petroleum,...
Why the Maharaja Organisation thinks Sri Lanka needs its own ‘Shosholoza’
Daily FT
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A vivid performance that blended African and Sri Lankan traditions, featuring dance, storytelling, with the iconic lion of both nations at the EOTY 2025 Chairman Sashi Rajamahendran welcoming President Thabo Mbeki to the Executive of the Year...
Community Effective Model Village program under Clean Sri Lanka initiative
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Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa The Cabinet of Ministers on Wednesday approved a proposal to implement the “Community Effective Model Village” program as part of the broader Clean Sri Lanka national project. The initiative...
Shaping Sri Lanka’s digital economy: 5G’s impact on our future
Daily FT
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In today’s rapidly evolving world, digitalisation is the cornerstone of economic growth and innovation. From enhancing connectivity and communication to unlocking new business models and opportunities, digital transformation is revolutionising...
LG Electronics opens office in Sri Lanka to build stronger connections with consumers
Daily FT
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From left: Abans Chief Marketing Officer Dr. Chathura Jayawardana, KOTRA Director General Joohong Son, Abans Director – Business Development Tanaz Pestonjee, Abans General Manager Ruwan Gunasekera, EPS Centre Director General Hyewon Lee,...
Will Sri Lanka keep the good governance prize?
Daily FT
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Thus far, the NPP has governed well – but very much in an emergency or campaigning mode It is late September. The World Governance Forum has just announced the 2025 Good Governance Awards. There was no tension before the name of the winner was...
Banks Allay Fears Over Parate Law as SMEs Urged to Cooperate
Lanka News Web
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July 4, 2025
Sri Lanka’s licensed commercial banks have moved to calm rising anxiety among small and medium enterprises (SMEs) over the potential enforcement of parate laws, assuring that widespread asset seizures are not on the horizon. The Sri Lanka Banks’...
Trade Deal Leaves Vietnam With Questions and One Big Challenge
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July 4, 2025
(Bloomberg) -- With the dust far from having settled on this week’s US-Vietnam trade agreement, one thing is clear: companies operating in what’s become one of the most vibrant Asian economies are on notice to move up the value chain. A key...
Sri Lanka to make higher payouts on GDP linked bonds, but debt ratio to fall: IMF
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July 3, 2025
ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is on track to make higher payouts on macro-linked bonds as dollar gross domestic product grows, but debt sustainability is maintained amid a strong economy, an International Monetary Fund report said. Both the principal...
Jacques Benade urges UAE to prove they are best of the rest in Asian rugby with success in Sri Lanka
The National News
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Jacques Benade, the UAE coach, wants his side to prove their worth in the top flight of Asian rugby by beating Sri Lanka on Friday. Victory in Colombo would likely give the national team second place in the 2025 Asia Rugby Championship (ARC). It...
Sampath Bank introduces ‘Madu Sampatha’ floating market at Madu River to enhance livelihoods and curb plastic waste
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From left: District Secretary – Galle G.W. Dharmasiri; Coca-Cola Beverages Sri Lanka Director – Public Affairs, Communications and Sustainability Thamari Senanayake; a representative of the Madu Sampatha Self-Entrepreneurs Association; and Sampath...
People’s Bank triumphs at 6th Governor’s Challenge Trophy Corporate Quiz 2025
Daily FT
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In a thrilling display of knowledge and strategic thinking, the Quiz Team from People’s Bank emerged as champions at the 6th Governor’s Challenge Trophy Corporate Quiz Competition for Global Commerce Excellence 2025, held recently at the Galadari...