The Japan Sri Lanka Technical and Cultural Association announces JASTECA awards 2025
The Japan Sri Lanka Technical and Cultural Association (JASTECA) announced the launch of the prestigious JASTECA Awards 2025, reaffirming its commitment to …
Alliance Finance Company Launches Green Bond on the Colombo Stock Exchange
Alliance Finance Company PLC (AFC), Sri Lanka’s oldest operating non-banking financial institution, marked a significant milestone with the issuance of its …
Japan to Invest in Sri Lanka’s Digital Transformation and Port Development
President Anura Kumara Disanayake met with Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka, H. E. Mr. Akio ISOMATA, this morning (27) at the President’s Office. During the …
Public Advisory on the Misuse of the Term ‘Finance’
Sri Lanka's Central Bank has issued a warning regarding the unauthorized use of the terms ‘finance,’ ‘financing,’ and ‘financial’ in business names …
Opinion: Will NPP’s maiden budget discourage private investment and FDI?
By Indika Hettiarachchi Sri Lanka is a capital staved nation urgently in need to boost private investment to catalyze economic development. In such background …
Opinion: 2025 Budget; A Catalyst for Capital Market Development & Enhanced Corporate Governance
By Uddeepa Peiris Sri Lanka's 2025 budget, introduced by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, aims to revitalize the nation's economy post-crisis. This article …
First Set of Vehicle Imports to Arrive at Hambantota International Port
The first set of vehicle imports for the local market after the ban was lifted will arrive on Thursday, the 27th at midnight, the Hambantota International Port …
CBL Group expands global footprint with entry into Kenya
CBL Group, a food conglomerate, has entered the Kenyan market by establishing a distribution hub as part of its strategic move to strengthen exports and …
Gourmet Galle welcomes Tom Parker Bowles to Colombo and Galle
Gourmet Galle hosts Tom Parker Bowles, son of Queen Camilla, at 1864, Galle Face Hotel in Colombo for an unforgettable Royal Banquet. Gourmet Galle brings its …
JAAF welcomes budget 2025, calls for caution on removal of SVAT
Similarly, initiatives such as the National Single Window, e-cargo tracking, scanners, revisions to Customs law, and improvements in logistics and Customs …
Dredging Operation at Hambantota International Port to Restore Harbor Depth
The Hambantota International Port (HIP) began maintenance dredging this month in order to restore the harbour’s original depth. The operation undertaken by …
Pan Asia Bank Announces Performance with a PAT of over 4.1 bn for FY 2024
Net Interest Income - Rs. 12.13 billion, up by 18%Net Fee and Commission Income - Rs. 1.90 billion, up by 24%Operating Profit before Taxes on Financial …
Sri Lanka’s Revenue Raising Drive Key to Credit Profile: Fitch Ratings
The Sri Lankan government’s budget highlights the authorities’ commitment to raising fiscal revenues as a share of GDP - an approach that, if successful, …
CA Sri Lanka leads discussion on fiscal reforms & national prosperity at Annual Budget Seminar 2025
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) hosted its highly anticipated Annual Budget Seminar 2025, bringing together leading experts …
Discussion at SLCERT Highlights Cybersecurity Measures Aligned with Digital Economy Policy
A discussion was held at the Sri Lanka CERT under the initiative of Dr. Hans Wijesuriya, Senior Advisor to the President on Digital Economy Affairs, to …
2025 Budget Targets Inclusive Growth Through Bold Reforms: Ceylon Chamber of Commerce
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce welcomes bold proposals in the budget that align with its recommendations, Sri Lanka Economic Summit discussions, and Vision …
Sri Lanka Bank’s Association welcomes budget as “Positive,” stresses importance of implementation
Sri Lanka’s banks have welcomed the maiden budget of the new government, describing it as “positive” and one that seeks to maintain policy consistency, …
Budget 2025: Commitment to IMF Programme, Challenges Ahead, says Moody’s Ratings
Sri Lanka’s 2025 budget signals a strong commitment to adhering to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme, with a focus on achieving a primary …
Acting President of Court of Appeal Justice Mohammed Thahir Laffar’s Term Extended
The term of Acting President of the Court of Appeal Justice Mohammed Thahir Laffar has been extended. Accordingly, Justice Mohammed Thahir Laffar took …
Sri Lanka Announces Bus Sector Modernization with New Fleet of 300 Advanced Buses
The government has proposed the introduction of a modern and comfortable fleet of technologically advanced buses on a pilot basis. As part of this initiative, …