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High-level Israel delegation and EDB discuss avenues to promote bilateral trade
An official delegation from Israel met the senior EDB officials on 29th June and had a fruitful discussion to explore avenues to promote trade and economic cooperation between Israel and Sri Lanka. The delegation from Israel was represented by Ophir Kariv, Head of Bureau, Economic Affairs Division of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Israel […]
CA Sri Lanka calls on all stakeholders to support Domestic Debt Optimization
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka), in its proud standing as the National Body of Accountants, has played a significant role in strengthening the country’s financial landscape since inception, in addition to fostering growth and assisting the country in achieving its economic objectives. Sri Lanka is today at a crucial […]
World Bank Group Adopts Country Partnership Framework for SL to Help Reset Economy
The World Bank Group’s Board of Executive Directors today discussed the new Country Partnership Framework for Sri Lanka, which aims to help restore economic and financial sector stability and build a strong foundation for a green, resilient, and inclusive recovery. This CPF comes at a time when the country is navigating a severe economic crisis that […]
CB Governor gives firm assurance that safety of 57mn bank deposits will be upheld; EPF would not be touched
During a special press briefing held at the Presidential Media Centre on Domestic Debt Optimization (DDO), Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe, the Governor of the Central Bank, emphasized the importance of relieving the burden on the banking system caused by the already excessive 50% taxes. This measure aims to safeguard the treasury, strengthen the economy, and ensure […]
Visa and SAP join forces to make enterprise payments more efficient
Visa today announced it has entered into a collaboration with SAP to streamline and simplify business-to-business (B2B) payments for enterprises, from businesses small to big, to government agencies and non-profit organisations. The collaboration, led out of Asia Pacific, marks the first time Visa, the world’s leading company in digital payments, and SAP, one of the […]
Sri Lanka High Commission in London promotes ‘Island of Ingenuity’ – IT/BPM sector
The High Commission of Sri Lanka in London in collaboration with Sri Lanka – UK Chamber of Commerce (SL-UKCC) and Infomate (Pvt) Ltd, the BPM arm of John Keells Group, organised a promotional event titled ‘Island of Ingenuity’ to promote Sri Lanka as a unique destination for Business Process Management (BPM). The event was held […]
Banks welcome CBSL Governor’s assurances on anticipated Govt. announcement on DDR or DDO
The Sri Lanka Banks’ Association (SLBA) has welcomed the assurance by the Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Dr Nandalal Weerasinghe that financial sector stability will be maintained, and the clarifications provided by the Governor on the relevant process in this regard. In a statement, the SLBA noted that the Dr Weerasinghe’s […]
Harsha calls for legislative amendment to protect holders of domestic debt in a possible restructure
Opposition Parties Stand United for Careful Domestic Debt Restructuring In a press conference held at the Leader of the Opposition’s office, MP Harsha de Silva, expressed his thoughts and suggestions regarding the upcoming domestic debt-restructuring plan in Sri Lanka. He divulged that opposition parties, while cautious about the potential consequences, would discuss the need for […]
Ceylon Chamber calls for political and public support for debt restructuring process
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce stresses the importance of patience and trust in the domestic debt restructuring process. As emphasized by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, priority focus will be on maintaining financial system stability and ensuring that depositors will not be adversely impacted. It is vital that we collectively allow for comprehensive and […]
CEB launches e-Billing System replacing traditional printed paper bills
The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) announces the upcoming launch of the next phase of their e-Billing system, effective from the 01st of July, 2023. During this phase, customers residing in the Dehiwala, Kelaniya, and Sri Jayewardenepura areas will exclusively receive their electricity bills in a digital format, either through SMS or email. This marks the […]