Author: LBO
Transparency International Sri Lanka Challenges the Anti-Corruption Act Amendment Bill 2026
Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) filed a petition on 31st of August 2026, in the Supreme Court challenging the proposed “Anti-Corruption (Amendment)” Bill placed on the Order Paper of Parliament on the 19th of August 2026. The Bill proposes concerning amendments to the Anti-Corruption Act No. 9 of 2023. The petition has been filed in […]
Sri Lanka’s Exports Surpass US$ 10 Bn in First Seven Months of 2026, Maintaining Positive Growth Momentum
Sri Lanka’s export sector continued its positive growth in 2026, with total exports surpassing the US$ 10 Bn milestone during the first seven months of the year. Combined merchandise and services exports are estimated to have reached US$ 10,487.80 Mn during January–July 2026, recording a 5.5 % year-on-year growth compared to the corresponding period in […]
United States and Sri Lanka Build Disaster Response Readiness Through Atlas Angel II
The United States and Sri Lanka will conduct exercise Atlas Angel II from August 31 to September 4, bringing together U.S. and Sri Lankan military personnel and subject-matter experts to exchange expertise and train together in areas critical to disaster response, including C-130 aircraft maintenance, urban search and rescue, incident command systems, construction engineering, landslide response, and chemical, biological, […]
Sri Lanka Extends US$ 1 Million Humanitarian Assistance to Nepal
In a demonstration of Sri Lanka’s solidarity with the people of Nepal following the devastating floods and landslides that have caused loss of life, displacement and widespread destruction, President Anura Kumara Disanayaka has directed the Government to provide a financial contribution of US$ 1 million to Nepal to support its ongoing humanitarian and relief efforts. […]
Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China presents Credentials to Sri Lanka
The Government of the People’s Republic of China, with the concurrence of the Government of Sri Lanka, has appointed Mr. Wei Huaxiang as the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Sri Lanka based in Colombo. He presented credentials to His Excellency Anura Kumara Disanayaka, President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka on 25 August […]
U.S. Ambassador Eric Meyer Arrives in Sri Lanka, Presents Credentials
On August 25, 2026, U.S. Ambassador Eric Meyer presented his credentials to Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, marking the formal commencement of his ambassadorial tenure. Following the ceremony, Ambassador Meyer said: “It was an honor to present my credentials to President Dissanayake. The United States is proud to call Sri Lanka a friend in a partnership that has spanned more than […]
EDB Discusses Impact of EU–India FTA on Sri Lanka with EU-Appointed Consultants
A meeting was held recently between the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) and consultants to the European Commission, Paul Baker and Talal Rafi, to exchange views and insights on the potential impact of the EU–India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on Sri Lanka’s export sectors. Baker and Rafi have been engaged by the European Commission […]
Historic Milestone in Sri Lankan Pineapple Exports to Pakistan
Marking a historic milestone in Sri Lanka’s fresh fruit exports, the first-ever 20-foot container of fresh Sri Lankan pineapples (Ananas comosus) was successfully shipped to the Pakistani market on August 21. The consignment was exported by C R Exports (Pvt) Ltd, one of Sri Lanka’s leading exporters of fresh fruits and vegetables, marking a significant […]
Sri Lanka International Insurance Summit 2026 advances regional dialogue on resilience, inclusion and insurance innovation
The Sri Lanka International Insurance Summit 2026 concluded in Colombo following three days of high-level discussions focused on strengthening the role of insurance in building economic confidence, protecting communities and supporting sustainable growth amid an increasingly complex global risk environment. Organised by the Insurance Association of Sri Lanka, the second edition of SLIIS was held […]
Adaptive resilience: Malwatte Valley harnesses tech and innovation to redefine plantation productivity
Since inception the plantation industry has served as a central pillar of the Sri Lankan economy. Tea in particular has been the lynchpin of the industry. Especially for globally renowned Regional Plantation Companies (RPCs) like Malwatte Valley Plantations PLC, whose teas are possessed of a globally unique terroir that emerges from the soil, elevation and […]
JAAF and ILO Better Work Programme lead apparel sector’s push for disability inclusion with “Inclusive Threads” pledge
Thirteen apparel companies recently signed a voluntary pledge in Colombo committing to advance disability inclusion in the workplace, marking a milestone for Inclusive Threads of Better Work Sri Lanka, a joint initiative of the International Labour Organization (ILO), the International Finance Corporation (IFC), and, supported by the Australian Government’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. […]
Building the case for software outsourcing in 2026: what’s changed, and the reasons that are still relevant
Software outsourcing seems to be increasing in popularity as time passes by. While there are many reasons contributing to this, which reasons are new, and which ones have been around for a while? In this article, we break down the reasons why businesses choose software outsourcing over in-house custom software development, by comparing evergreen reasons […]