Hambantota International Port records High Growth in LPG operations in second quarter 2024
The Hambantota International Port’s (HIP) second quarter report on LPG operations records an increase of approximately 100% in volumes handled compared to …
Downtown Duty-Free Mall at Port City Colombo geared up for opening as operators get BSI status
Port City Colombo announced that China Duty Free (CDF) and One World Duty Free (ODF) have been granted status as Businesses of Strategic Importance (BSI) by …
Delmege Lifestyle Cluster awarded interior fit-out project for LankaPay’s Colombo office
Delmege Lifestyle Cluster, a leader in innovative and sustainable interior design solutions, has been awarded the interior fit-out project for LankaPay’s …
15 Govt Ministries join to take stock of SL’s progress on NDC’s with UNDP support
The Government of Sri Lanka revised and submitted its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) in July 2021 to the United Nations Framework Convention on …
MAS official clothing partner for Paris Olympics: Launches MAS Athlete Training Academy
At an event held in Colombo, MAS Holdings was announced as the Official Clothing Partner of Team Sri Lanka for the Paris Olympic Games 2024. Here, the official …
Cabinet approves special salary increment for Govt employees not engaged in recent trade union action
Non-executive government employees, who reported for duty on July 8 and 9, 2024, will be granted a special salary increment as a token of appreciation for …
Orient Finance PLC Welcomes Daniel Alphonsus as Independent Non-Executive Director
Orient Finance PLC, a member of the Janashakthi Group, announces the appointment of Daniel Alphonsus as an Independent Non-Executive Director to the …
Sri Lanka seeks collaboration with Singapore Cyber Agency and Infocom Media Development Authority
Sri Lanka's quest for enhanced cybersecurity and digital transformation received a positive response from Singapore during a high-level meeting on July 1st, …
Seasonal Swings in Sri Lanka’s Mango Market: A Balancing Act with Economic Insights
By Chandula Idirisinghe Sri Lanka's mango industry, deeply woven into the cultural fabric and dietary needs of Sri Lanka, is thriving with a 12.2% production …
Op-Ed: Journey Towards a Brighter Future: Reflections from Outgoing WB Group Country Management
The outgoing World Bank Country Director for Maldives, Nepal and Sri Lanka, Faris Hadad-Zervos, World Bank Country Manager for Maldives and Sri Lanka, Chiyo …
A Call to Debate: Law College’s Hulftsdorp Debates 2024 Set to Break New Ground
The English Literary Association of Sri Lanka Law College is proud to announce the return of the highly anticipated Hulftsdorp Debates (HDs) for its tenth …
Sri Lanka Clarifies Status of Continental Shelf Claim and Cobalt Exploration
The Sri Lankan Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement addressing recent media reports concerning the country's continental shelf claim and cobalt …
JICA handed over Composting Machinery at Karadiyana to Western Province Governor
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) supported National Solid Waste Management Support Centre, Waste Management Authority and a number of relevant …
Opinion: Catalyzing MSMEs amid rising poverty?
By Indika Hettiarachchi As Sri Lankan economy is recovering from the economic crisis, there are lot of discussions on catalyzing the ailing micro, small and …
ComBank Bangladesh operations receive ‘AAA’ credit rating by CRISL
Commercial Bank Bangladesh, the Bangladesh operation of Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC, has received a ‘AAA’ (Triple A) Long Term credit rating from Credit …
SL’s IT and BPM sector urges reconsideration of tax measures affecting export services: SLASSCOM
In light of the recent communication regarding the removal of the exception on the export of services, we, the Sri Lanka Association of Software and Services …
Sri Lanka Seeks Commercial Loan Relief to Align with IMF Requirements: CBSL Governor
Sri Lanka is actively negotiating with commercial creditors for debt relief similar to that achieved with bilateral creditors, Governor of the Central Bank of …
Sri Lanka urged to tap sustainable bonds for economic and environmental progress: ADB
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) urged Sri Lanka to ramp up its growth efforts while tackling climate change challenges, emphasizing the potential of green …
Despite Framework, Sri Lanka Seeks ESG Investors for Green Bonds Amid Sovereign Rating Challenges
Despite the establishment of a robust regulatory framework for Sustainable Bonds in October 2023, Sri Lanka has yet to see new issuances in its local capital …
Global Environment Facility grants USD 5mn to Environment Ministry & UNDP to implement project on chemical disposal
Sri Lanka does not manufacture products which contain POPs or Mercury. However, many products containing these substances are imported to the country for …