Category: Featured
SriLankan Airlines welcomes another aircraft to its fleet
SriLankan Airlines recently welcomed the arrival of a wide-bodied Airbus A330-200 aircraft wet-leased from Air Belgium, giving a further boost to its fleet. The aircraft has 22 Business Class and 240 Economy Class seats and is scheduled to operate on the Frankfurt, Dhaka and Dubai routes with effect from 29 December 2023. A second aircraft […]
Standard Chartered Sri Lanka strengthens regional ties with Correspondent Banking Conference 2023
Standard Chartered Sri Lanka announced the conclusion of its Correspondent Banking Regional Conference for 2023, held at the Galle Face Hotel on November 23 and 24. Attended by senior representatives from more than 55 banks across the ASEAN and South Asian region, the event served as a pivotal platform for sharing insights, fostering collaboration, and […]
99x leadership transition: Mano Sekaram steps down, new CEO Hasith Yaggahavita
99x, the global technology services company rooted in Sri Lanka, proudly announces a leadership transition, signifying a pivotal moment in its journey. After a distinguished tenure of 20 years, Founder and CEO, Mano Sekaram, will step down from the role of Chief Executive Officer, with Hasith Yaggahavita set to assume the position of CEO effective […]
‘s illicit markets
Research Intelligence Unit (RIUNIT) continues its groundbreaking efforts in shedding light on critical policy matters concerning Sri Lanka’s economic landscape. Their latest series of reports highlights the significance of illicit markets that operate within and beyond the island’s borders. Focused on combating illicit markets and their impact on the nation’s economy, RIUNIT’s latest policy papers […]
Asia-Pacific Human Development Report calls for new directions to address rising inequality, climate change, and economic headwinds
The narrative of human development in Asia and the Pacific has been one marked by advancement, inequality, and unforeseen challenges. Against this backdrop, the launch of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)’s 2024 Asia-Pacific Human Development Report in November, represents a crucial step in revitalizing human development amidst a complex landscape of growth. Nationally, the […]
‘s build a new country together: Eran
Eran Wickramaratne MP alleged that foreign investors do not come to this country not because of the lack of tax incentives, but because the country’s laws are not properly implemented. He said that the fact that Sri Lanka is ranked 99th in the international index of ease of doing business and 164th in the enforcement […]
Port City Colombo in round table discussion at Commonwealth Trade and Investment Summit
Port City Colombo (PCC) showcased its commitment to sustainable development and global economic cooperation at the third Commonwealth Trade and Investment Summit (CTIS) held in London recently. CTIS, known for bringing together senior business leaders and ministers from across the Commonwealth’s five regions, provided an ideal platform for PCC to engage in critical discussions on […]
Virtusa host CMO in Sri Lanka and discusses of transformation across HR, brand, technology and sales
Virtusa, the global provider of digital engineering solutions hosted Brian Jochum, the company’s Chief Marketing Officer and a member of the Global CXO team in Sri Lanka recently. During hismvisit, Jochum visited the Virtusa offices in Sri Lanka, met with the local leadership and addressed the media at an outreach event. Jochum’s visit to Sri […]
‘s Tourism sector: RIUNIT report
The Research Intelligence Unit (RIUNIT) has released a comprehensive report shedding light on the current state of the Sri Lankan Travel and Tourism sector. Despite the challenges posed by the global COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent economic crises, the data reveals promising trends in tourist arrivals and spending, indicating a gradual recovery in the industry, paving […]
Navigating Sri Lanka economic crossroads: MP Harsha
In a press conference held recently at the Leader of the Opposition’s office, Member of Parliament, Dr. Harsha de Silva provided crucial insights into the current state of Sri Lanka’s economy. Central to the discussion were key developments surrounding the International Monetary Fund (IMF), challenges faced by the nation, and the imperative need for global […]
Relations between Sri Lanka and EU reviewed in Brussels
The Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the European Union Grace Asirwatham, who is completing her tour of duty in Brussels by the end of December 2023, had a farewell meeting with Paola Pampaloni, Deputy Managing Director of the Asia Pacific Department of the European External Action Service (EEAS), on November 28, 2023. During the meeting, […]
Oil palm industry, SLAAS and NSF are advocating for a reevaluation of policy by Govt of SL on the industry
The Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science (SLAAS) and the National Science Foundation (NSF) hosted a workshop to review the policy on Oil Palm Cultivation in Sri Lanka. The workshop was held under the patronage of the Asia Palm Oil Alliance (APOA) and Solidaridad Asia, and coordinated by Nucleus Foundation. In April 2021, […]