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Amendment to Penal Code protecting LGBTQ+ rights of Sri Lankans handed over to President
A bill to amend the Penal Code with the aim of protecting the rights of the LGBTQ+ communities in Sri Lanka was handed over to President Ranil Wickremesinghe today (24) by Member of Parliament and lawyer Premanath C. Dolawatta. This bill to amend the Penal Code was submitted to the Parliament yesterday (23) by MP […]
16 Key Private Sector Leaders come together to support Food Security efforts
The private sector in Sri Lanka has historically played a key role in providing support to humanitarian efforts; rebuilding from the devastating effects of the Indian Ocean Tsunami, Seasonal floods, tackling the COVID-19 pandemic, and now, supporting socio-economic recovery for the most vulnerable communities in the country. The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Sri […]
Australia to provide additional 25 million dollars in humanitarian assistance for Sri Lanka
Australia will provide an additional $25 million to help Sri Lanka meet urgent food and healthcare needs, as it confronts its worst economic crisis in 70 years. During this challenging period, Australia stands with the people of Sri Lanka, especially those experiencing severe hardship. This additional support brings Australia’s Official Development Assistance response to million. […]
Government officials’ foreign employment and referral program expedited
The attention of the government has been directed towards the expansion of the government officials’ foreign employment and referral program. During the discussion with the President’s Secretary Saman Ekanayake, focus was placed on expediting the program on increasing foreign exchange through productively engaging state sector employees in foreign employment and resolving the issues faced by […]
Groundbreaking ceremony for INSEE Warehouse at Hambantota Port Industrial Park
INSEE Cement, Sri Lanka’s leading cement manufacturer, began construction of their mega capacity warehouse within the industrial park in Hambantota International Port (HIP) last week. The US$ 3 million investment by INSEE will be the largest warehousing facility inside a port in Sri Lanka for raw materials used in the production of cement. The warehouse […]
UN Sri Lanka & Government sign Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework for Sri Lanka
The United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) 2023-2027 was launched today by the Government of Sri Lanka and the United Nations in Sri Lanka. The UNSDCF is the Framework that guides the work of all the UN Agencies in Sri Lanka and articulates the collective vision and contribution of the United Nations to support […]
‘s & Doctoral Degree Scholarships
The Project for Human Resource Development Scholarship (JDS) was initiated in year 2010 in supporting the capacity development of young officials of the Government of Sri Lanka by providing diverse opportunities to study at reputed Japanese Universities. A Grant Agreement was concluded for an amount of 282 million Japanese Yen, approximately 739 Sri Lankan Rupees […]
Winners and Losers of Sri Lanka’s Work from Home Policy
A new publication by the Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka (IPS) has identified that a key barrier to remote work in Sri Lanka is the lack of relevant regulations and legislation governing the Work from Home (WFH) practice. Accordingly, the publication advocates legal reforms to facilitate WFH and improve labour market activities in […]
ComBank offers certificate course for women entrepreneurs with PIM
The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has launched a ground-breaking certificate course in SME skills development exclusively for women entrepreneurs, in collaboration with the Postgraduate Institute of Management (PIM) affiliated with the University of Sri Jayewardenepura. The course will consist of three seven-hours-a-day sessions spread over three months followed by a practical presentation session, the Bank […]
UNFPA appeals for USD 9mn to meet urgent needs of women affected by economic crisis in Sri Lanka
UNFPA, the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency, has launched an appeal for US$9 million to deliver lifesaving healthcare to more than 2 million women and girls in Sri Lanka in the next six months. Sri Lanka is experiencing its worst socio-economic crisis since independence. The country’s once robust healthcare system is teetering on the edge […]
Pan Asia Bank upgrades customer security with Epic Lanka’s access control server solution
Further consolidating its advanced Information Technology (IT) Infrastructure and Applications required for optimal functioning, Pan Asia Bank announced the installation of a holistic security platform to combat frauds during Credit and Debit card transactions. The 3D Access Control Sever (ACS) solution was developed for the Bank by Epic Lanka, Sri Lanka’s pioneer Fintech and payment […]
Pan Asia Bank partners Union Assurance to extend protection and healthcare to its valued customers
Pan Asia Bank recently signed an agreement with Union Assurance PLC to offer its valued customer base a wide range of Life, Health, and Investment insurance solutions. As part of this strategic tie-up, Union Assurance will work closely with Pan Asia Bank branches to provide comprehensive solutions to protect the lifestyles, dreams, and ambitions of Pan Asia customers. Pan Asia Bank’s Managing […]