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SLTDA and British High Commission Launch Counter-Terrorism Awareness eLearning Platform

The British High Commission and the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) introduced a Counter-Terrorism Awareness eLearning Platform aimed …

Reforming organic agriculture laws in Sri Lanka to unlock export potential

With over 400 certified organic exporters/ processors and more than 12,000 organic producers, Sri Lanka’s organic sector contributes over $0.5 …

Tariff Wars: How Will the US Reciprocal Tariff Impact Sri Lanka?

By Dr Asanka Wijesinghe: The proposed additional tariffs on the US imports from Canada, China, and Mexico went into effect early Tuesday morning …

GoviLab AgriTech accelerator : Empowering Sri Lankan farmers through technology

The Regional Demo Day of the GoviLab AgriTech Accelerator concluded successfully on the 2nd of March 2025, at the Farm Mechanization Training Centre …

Capital Trust Properties (Pvt) Ltd. joins Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®

Capital Trust Properties (CTP), recognized as the largest property transaction company in Sri Lanka and a one-stop shop for all real estate services …

Ceylinco Life retains No 1 spot in life insurance with premium income of Rs 37.14 bn. in 2024

Total income tops Rs 65.54 billion, with investment income of Rs 28.4 billionTotal assets cross Rs 250 billion milestonePays Rs 25 billion in net …

Serendib Frontier Capital Raises Rs. 475 Mn in Tier II Subordinated Debt for MBSL

Serendib Frontier Capital has successfully structured and placed Rs. 475 million in Tier II qualifying subordinated debt for Merchant Bank of Sri …

TRI-ZEN by John Keells Properties Celebrates Completion as Largest Residential Development in Heart of Colombo

John Keells Properties and Indra Traders hosted an event on the 28th of February 2025 to mark the successful completion of TRI-ZEN, the largest …

ComBank posts stellar results in 2024 after absorbing a SLISB restructure loss of Rs 45 bn

Net reversal of Rs 62 Bn. in impairment provisions compensates for loss from sovereign bonds restructuring Further accelerates lending with …

IMF Executive Board Completes the Third Review Under the Extended Fund Facility

The IMF Executive Board completed the Third Review under the 48-month Extended Fund Facility with Sri Lanka, providing the country with immediate …

CA Sri Lanka’s 2025 Curriculum Redefines the Chartered Accountant’s Role for Tomorrow’s Challenges

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) launched its transformative 2025 curriculum on 27th February 2025, marking a …

89% of IT leaders worry GenAI flaws could negatively impact their organization’s cybersecurity strategies

Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks today released a new report, “Beyond the Hype: The Businesses …

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 …

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 …

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. …

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 …

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 …

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. …

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 …

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 …