Opinion: Untold Lessons – Economic Insights from History for Sri Lanka’s Crisis
by M. Rizwan Muzzammil With a new government in power, Sri Lanka finds itself grappling with immense economic challenges. The burden of enormous debts …
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Opinion: Breaking Free from Tradition – How Sri Lanka Can Forge an Innovative Future in Education
By Jithendra Antonio In a rapidly evolving landscape marked by relentless technological advancement, the education system of Sri Lanka faces a pivotal moment …
“If it doesn’t kill you, it makes you stronger” Jaffna’s 3AxisLabs’ journey into Artificial Intelligence.
By Jekhan Aruliah “If it doesn’t kill you, it makes you stronger”. This slogan could have been written for Artificial Intelligence. Actually it was …
SLIIT Northern Uni, ICT and Business Management Degrees in Jaffna
By Jekhan Aruliah I often walk past the SLIIT Northern Uni building in Jaffna at the junction of Arasadi and Palaly Road on my way from my place to Jaffna …
GSP+: Can It Drive Inclusive Growth In Sri Lanka?
By Rashmi Anupama, Chaya Dissanayake, and Dr Asanka Wijesinghe In a mid-October 2024 meeting with the European Union (EU) Ambassador, Sri Lanka reaffirmed its …
Opinion: A Missed Opportunity – Why Harsha De Silva Could Have Been the Ideal Opposition Leader
By Chethana Ranathunga and Yasu-e Karunaratne Edussuriya A coalition that previously held only three seats has achieved a sweeping victory in Sri Lanka’s …
Opinion: From Guesswork to Governance – How Data-Driven Policy Can Transform Sri Lanka’s Future
By Jithendra Antonio Amidst the sweeping wave of digital transformation, Sri Lanka stands at a consequential inflection point. While government decisions often …
Unveiling the Silent Stakeholder: The Call for Farm Animal Welfare in Sustainability Reporting
A ground-breaking study by researchers Saviesha Samaraweera and Isuru Manawadu from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura sheds light on an overlooked …
Opinion: Good Governance – The People’s Expectations from Sri Lanka’s New Government
By Uddeepa Peiris Sri Lanka’s new government and cabinet, ushered in with promises of change and progress, face the crucial task of meeting public …
Opinion: US Election Outcomes and Trade Policy Changes – What It Means for Sri Lanka
By Dr Asanka Wijesinghe Now that the United States (US) election has concluded, what direction will the US’s trade policy be headed? This is one of the …
Opinion: Sri Lanka’s Current Nutrition Challenges – How Can They Be Addressed?
By Dr Pulasthi Amarasinghe Sri Lanka is reaching a critical point as a result of poor access to affordable, nutritious food. Nutritional security has taken a …
Opinion: Sri Lanka’s Financial Revival – Creating Markets That Attract, Engage, and Prosper
By Jithendra Antonio Sri Lanka, emerging from economic upheaval, the nation’s capital markets hold unprecedented promise, not only for financial gains but as …
Opinion: Foreign Direct Investment Opportunities in Sri Lanka – A Sector-by-Sector Analysis
Introduction Sri Lanka is at a pivotal moment in its economic development journey, with a fresh political climate following recent elections and numerous …
Opinion: Towards a Corruption-Free Sri Lanka to Save Billions
By Jithendra Antonio In a country where corruption has long infiltrated both public and private sectors, Sri Lanka approaches a critical juncture, where …
Opinion: Sri Lanka could be positioned as a New Haven for Global Talent in a Time of Conflict
By Jithendra Antonio In a world increasingly fragmented by geopolitical conflict, Sri Lanka has a remarkable opportunity to establish itself as a sanctuary for …
Opinion: A Low Productivity Trap? Strengthening Skills, Jobs & Public Sector Efficiency in Sri Lanka
By Himani Vithanage Sri Lanka experienced six consecutive quarters of negative economic growth up to the third quarter of 2023. This downturn has had a …
Opinion: VAT Hike in Sri Lanka: Who Really Pays the Price?
By Priyanka Jayawardena Earlier this year, Sri Lanka introduced major changes to the Value Added Tax (VAT) system. The VAT rate increased from 15% to 18%, and …
Opinion: What More Can SL’s Government Do? Strategies to Solidify Economic Progress Post-Elections
By Uddeepa Peiris What More Can Sri Lanka’s Government Do? Strategies to Solidify Economic Progress Post-Elections While the recent presidential elections in …
Opinion: Who Really Benefits? Tackling Inequality, Welfare & Healthcare Challenges in SL
By Sulochana Silva and Rashmi Anupama Sri Lanka’s recent Value Added Tax (VAT) revisions have placed a heavier burden on lower-income households, who now …
Opinion: A Nation’s Fight for Economic Survival & Sovereignty, A Strategic Blueprint for SL’s Currency Revival
By Jithendra Antonio A Nation at the Crossroads Sri Lanka’s currency, the Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR), has faced an unrelenting battle over the years, weakening …