CMA CGM applies surcharges on cargo from India, Sri Lanka, Middle East Gulf
French ocean carrier CMA CGM has notified its customers of an Overweight Surcharge (OWS), effective from 1 October 2024 until further notice. The surcharge …
Government Plans Relief for High VAT & Income Taxes, President Tells IMF Delegation
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake engaged directly with an IMF delegation yesterday, including Director of the Asia Pacific Department Krishna Srinivasan and …
IMF to Announce Dates for Third Review under EFF Program for Sri Lanka
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) will soon announce the dates for the third review under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) program for Sri Lanka, according …
Admiral Sirimevan Sarathchandra Ranasinghe (Rtd), new Chairman of Sri Lanka Ports Authority
Admiral Sirimevan Sarathchandra Ranasinghe (Rtd) aasumed duties today (10/03/2024) as the Chairman of Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA). He was the …
Independent Consultant of Gates Foundation met with Secretary to President
Chanditha Samaranayake, Independent Consultant of the Gates Foundation met with the Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake at the …
VIDEO: War of Words at UNSC – Iran declares “Missile strike was necessary,” Israel counters strongly
Israel, backed by the United States, and Iran on Wednesday (October 2) threatened each other with retaliation if attacked as the United Nations Security …
Central Bank of Sri Lanka Discontinues Pension Payments for Governors
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has announced a significant change in its pension policy for former Governors, effective from September 11, 2024. Under …
High-Level IMF Team Meets Sri Lankan Government to Discuss Economic Reforms
A high-level delegation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) arrived in Sri Lanka today (02) to engage with the newly formed government led by President …
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to visit Colombo this week
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is set to visit Colombo this week, marking the first high-level engagement with newly elected President Anura Kumara …
Fonterra unveils its revised strategy, emphasizing stronger focus on Ingredients & Foodservice businesses
Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd has released its revised strategy, which will see the Co-op deepen its focus on its high-performing Ingredients and Foodservice …
YUKTHI Calls for Rejecting the Recent Bond Deal
YUKTHI, a plural research forum supporting working people’s movements and people’s struggles for democracy and justice in Sri Lanka, calls on the President …
EnerGulf: Leading the charge in sustainable energy
The solar energy landscape is evolving, driven by technological advancements, increasing environmental concerns, and the urgent need for sustainable energy …
Women’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce holds 39th AGM
The Women’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce (WCIC) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM), marking a pivotal moment in the organization’s 39-year journey. …
President Meets with U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with U.S. Ambassador Ms. Julie J. Chung at the Presidential Secretariat, today (01). Ambassador Chung extended her warm …
SL Purchasing Managers’ Index for construction industry expands at slower pace in Aug 2024
Sri Lanka Purchasing Managers’ Index for Construction (PMI -Construction) expanded at a slower pace in August 2024 over the significantly higher level …
Sri Lanka’s August 2024 Merchandise Exports Rise by 4.2-pct to USD 1.2 Bn
As per the provisional data released by the Sri Lanka Customs, the merchandise export performance in August 2024 amounted to US$ 1,165.4 million, recorded an …
Opinion: Positive Market Impact of SL’s Presidential Elections – Key Decisions for Good Governance
By Uddeepa Peiris Sri Lanka has recently witnessed significant political change following the conclusion of the presidential elections. With a new …
KOICA to offer loans for projects aimed at preventing fraud and corruption in Sri Lanka
The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) has pledged its full support for the transparency initiative of the current government. This commitment was …
Japan to Restart 11 Stalled Projects in Sri Lanka with Government Support
The Japanese Ambassador to Sri Lanka, MIZUKOSHI Hideaki, affirmed that the Japanese government is committed to fully supporting efforts to combat corruption …
Central Bank maintains policy interest rates at their current levels
The Monetary Policy Board of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, at its meeting held on 26 September 2024, decided to maintain the Standing Deposit Facility Rate …