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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...
Dhaka wants to strengthen economic cooperation with Colombo
United News of Bangladesh
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Recognising the enduring and friendly bilateral ties between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, Foreign Secretary Asad Alam Siam has emphasised the necessity of strengthening economic collaboration with Colombo to fully harness the existing opportunities....
Unigra and Eiger Holdings host high-impact culinary demonstration to elevate Sri Lanka’s HORECA standards
Daily FT
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Chef Marco Caverni with participants from Colombo’s HORECA sector following technical demonstration hosted by Eiger Holdings and Unigra Chef Marco Caverni Eiger Holdings Ltd., in strategic partnership with Unigra, a global leader in...
SLITPA UAE Awards 2025 honours Sri Lankan IT professionals
Daily FT
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The Sri Lankan IT Professionals Association (SLITPA) UAE, with the support of the Consulate General of Sri Lanka to Dubai and the Northern Emirates, successfully hosted the SLITPA UAE Awards Night 2025 on 28 June at the Pullman Dubai Creekside...
A city rising: How Port City Colombo secures Sri Lanka’s tomorrow
Daily FT
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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....
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...
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,...
Community Effective Model Village program under Clean Sri Lanka initiative
Daily FT
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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...
Sri Lanka to make higher payouts on GDP linked bonds, but debt ratio to fall: IMF
EconomyNext
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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...
Sri Lanka’s economic outlook positive but global trade concerns pose risks, IMF says
Business Recorder
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July 3, 2025
COLOMBO: Sri Lanka’s economic outlook remains positive, but global trade policy uncertainties pose significant risks to macroeconomic and social stability, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on Thursday. Sri Lanka, which plunged into...
Jacques Benade urges UAE to prove they are best of the rest in Asian rugby
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...
Sri Lanka stocks dip slightly as market consolidates
EconomyNext
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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...
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
Mint
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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 Taps Australian Expertise to Boost Exports adopting best practices
Lanka News Web
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July 3, 2025
By: Staff Writer July 03, Colombo (LNW): In a strategic move to strengthen its export ecosystem, Sri Lanka has partnered with Australia to harness international best practices in trade promotion, aiming to empower local exporters and improve...
Sri Lanka’s FDI Figures under Scrutiny amid Global Economic Pressures
Lanka News Web
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July 3, 2025
By: Staff Writer July 03, Colombo (LNW): As Sri Lanka navigates a fragile recovery from its recent economic crisis, government officials continue to present varied data on Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), raising concerns over the authenticity and...