Category: Special Reports
Godawaya Shipwreck Preservation Project Marks Milestone in US–SL Maritime Partnership
U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung and Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious, and Cultural Affairs, Dr. Hiniduma Sunil Senevi, today inaugurated the Godawaya Shipwreck Exhibition at the BMICH in Colombo, together with the Central Cultural Fund’s Maritime Archaeology Unit (MAU). The event marked the culmination of the multi-year Godawaya Shipwreck Project, funded through the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for […]
Sri Lanka’s nation branding should not bet on gambling: MTI Consulting
The grand launch of the Melco-operated City of Dreams has sparked bold comparisons, with some advocating for Sri Lanka to become the “Macau of India.” While MTI Consulting acknowledges the economic potential of a vibrant casino sub-brand, it strongly cautions that Sri Lanka’s nation brand must not be ‘hijacked’ by the gambling industry. MTI urges Sri Lankan […]
EDB at 46: A Legacy of Transformative Progress
The 1st of August 2025 marks the 46th anniversary of the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), the country’s apex organization for export promotion and development. Established under the Sri Lanka Export Development Act No. 40 of 1979, the EDB plays a pivotal role in shaping a vibrant and diversified export sector, positioning Sri Lanka […]
In 2023/24, 15-pct of SL students entering UK chose computing/IT, far above global average: report
A new report from ApplyBoard, a leading international student mobility platform, reveals that Sri Lankan students are playing a pivotal role in the evolving landscape of international education in the UK, particularly in the booming computing and IT sectors. The 2023/24 data highlights a significant trend: 15% of Sri Lankan students entering the UK chose […]
CA Sri Lanka among world’s first to join global drive for ISSB Sustainability Standards adoption
Sri Lanka has been recognised among the first jurisdictions in the world, and in South Asia, to join the global drive to adopt the IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards (ISSB Standards). As part of this effort, the IFRS Foundation has released an initial set of 17 jurisdictional profiles, including Sri Lanka, offering capital markets greater transparency […]
SL’s draft media policy must protect freedoms & not just prescribe rules, says PRCA country rep
The Public Relations and Communications Association Asia Pacific (PRCA APAC), together with Mark and Comm Ltd, acknowledges the Government’s step in developing a national media policy. As professionals committed to ethical communication and the strengthening of public discourse, we welcome the initiative in principle. However, we believe the current draft, while broad in scope, requires […]
TISL Launches Report on Sri Lanka’s Progress in Combating Corruption under UN Convention
Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL), on 26 June 2025, released an independent Civil Society Report assessing Sri Lanka’s progress in fulfilling its commitments under the United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC), the first legally binding global instrument to combat corruption. Sri Lanka signed and ratified the UNCAC in 2004, committing to align national laws and […]
Sri Lanka calls upon all parties to take concrete steps to de-escalate the situation in the Middle East region
Sri Lanka is gravely concerned about the latest developments in the Middle East. We continue to call upon all parties to take concrete steps to de-escalate the situation. All concerned parties should return to dialogue and engage in intense diplomatic efforts to establish and maintain peace with a view to ensuring stability in the Middle […]
India to Facilitate Flights for Sri Lankans Leaving Iran
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism informs all Sri Lankans in the Islamic Republic of Iran that the Government of Sri Lanka has made arrangements with the Government of India to assist Sri Lankans who wish to leave Iran by accommodating them in their flights. Accordingly, any Sri Lankans who wish to […]
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights to Visit Sri Lanka Tomorrow
The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk will undertake an official visit to Sri Lanka from 23 to 26June 2025. This marks the first visit by a UN High Commissioner for Human Rights to Sri Lanka since February 2016. During the visit, the High Commissioner is scheduled to call on the President […]
Human Development progress is decelerating at an alarming rate says new UNDP Human Development Report
For 30 years, the Human Development Index (HDI) showed a consistent increase in development progress and a decrease in inequality. Although the crises of 2020-2021 disrupted this trend, last year’s report saw tentative signs of recovery. The 2025 HDR has quashed this optimism. Amid ongoing global turmoil, inequality has increased for the fourth consecutive year. […]
Central Bank Governor to Address Ceylon Chamber’s 186th AGM
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce will hold its 186th Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, 26th June 2025, at 5.30 PM at The Studio, Cinnamon Life. Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe, Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, will attend as Chief Guest, addressing the business community at a time when economic resilience and reform remain key […]