President Opens “The Mall” Duty-Free Shopping Complex in Colombo Port City
President Ranil Wickremesinghe officially opened "The Mall," a newly constructed duty-free shopping complex in the Colombo Port City area yesterday (September …
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John Keells Logistics Partners Brillion Consumer Products Lanka for Baygon’s Relaunch in Sri Lanka
John Keells Logistics (Pvt) Ltd (JKLL) is proud to announce its collaboration with Brillion Consumer Products Lanka (Pvt) Ltd which is relaunching the …
TISL Demands Accountability in Proposed Mineral Sands Mining Project in Puttalam
Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) filed a complaint with the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) on July 19th, requesting an investigation …
Beyond red tape: How digitalization can save Sri Lanka’s economy
In the high-stakes world of trade and logistics, corruption at Sri Lanka’s customs, IRD, ports, and airports is not just an inconvenience—it’s a crisis …
Sri Lanka’s Industries call for reduction in water tariffs to boost competitiveness
A collective of trade associations including the Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF), the Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry in Sri Lanka …
CEAT unveils another radial masterpiece in Sri Lanka for high-end SUVs
CEAT Kelani Holdings has reinforced its status as a big-league player in the tyre industry with the launch of a new whopper in the radial segment for high-end …
SLCPI pledges to continue advocating for quality and affordable choice of medicine
The Sri Lanka Chamber of Pharmaceutical Industries (SLCPI) held the 63rd Annual General Meeting recently, with the participation of its membership including …
CEAT car radials chosen as Original Equipment for Hyundai Grand i10 assembled by Abans Auto
CEAT has been chosen as the original equipment tyre for the 2024 Hyundai Grand i10 assembled, sold and serviced in Sri Lanka by Abans Auto, clinching another …
Sri Lanka on path to establish Environment Management Effectiveness Tracking System
The Presidential Secretariat Support Unit, in collaboration with the Climate Change Office of the Presidential Secretariat and the Ministry of Environment, …
PMI indicate expansions in both manufacturing and services activities in June 2024
Sri Lanka Purchasing Managers’ Index for Manufacturing (PMI – Manufacturing) recorded an index value of 56.6 in June 2024, indicating an expansion in …
CEAT tyres roll into Brazil, expanding brand’s export footprint
Brazil, the country that gave the world natural rubber, has become the latest export market for CEAT tyres manufactured in Sri Lanka. CEAT Kelani Holdings …
Joint Chambers of Commerce Urge Customs Officials to Prioritise National Interests Above Personal Issues
The Joint Chambers of Commerce urge the Customs Officers to call off the ongoing work to rule, and the strike planned for the 4th and 5th of July. The current …
SL and Singapore explore strengthening cooperation in maritime, port development and aviation sectors
High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to Singapore Senarath Dissanayake met with Minister for Transport and Second Minister for Finance of Singapore Chee Hong Tat, …
PRCA Country Rep calls for ethics and standards in Sri Lanka’s advertising and marketing industry
Sri Lanka needs to put together a cohesive and comprehensive set of regulations and standards when it comes to advertising, marketing and communications and …
The Sri Lanka Coffee Festival returns for an exciting round three
The Lanka Coffee Association, in partnership with Australia’s Market Development Facility (MDF) and Jetwing Hotels, successfully hosted the third-annual Sri …
TISL Demands Transparency in Adani Wind Power Project: Files Right to Information Applications
Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) has filed a series of Right to Information (RTI) requests with public authorities seeking crucial information …
EFC delegation meets northern province Chief Secretary facilitated by ILO
A delegation representing 14 leading private sector companies together with Employers’ Federation of Ceylon (EFC) engaged in a high-level visit to explore …
Singapore offers assistance to upgrade Immigration system in Sri Lanka
The High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to Singapore Senarath Dissanayake met a team of officials from the Immigration Checkpoint Authority (ICA) of Singapore at …
Fitch Affirms Sierra Cables at ‘A+(lka)’; Outlook Stable
Fitch Ratings has affirmed Sri Lankan cable manufacturer Sierra Cables PLC's National Long-Term Rating at 'A+(lka)'. The Outlook is Stable. The affirmation and …
ADB partnership strategy 2024-28 for SL to foster sustainable recovery, build resilience, and revive growth
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has launched a new country partnership strategy (CPS) for Sri Lanka covering the period 2024–2028. The strategy …