‘Maldives open, ambitious and ready to partner’
The Maldives currently runs a trade deficit with Sri Lanka of over $166 million. While this reflects the strong presence of Sri Lankan goods in the Maldivian market, it also…
People’s Bank supports National QR Payment Adoption Programme
Marking a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s digital transformation journey, the National QR Payment Adoption Programme was recently launched with the objective of accelerating the country’s transition towards a cash-lite…
Food & Hospitality Asia Maldives expo to be held in Sept.
Food & Hospitality Asia Maldives (FHAM) 2026 will take place from 7th to 9th September 2026 at the Manhattan Grand Hotel, bringing together global brands, regional suppliers, and key decision-makers…
“Poverty not just lack of money, but lack of opportunity, agency and dignity”
Executive Director of the Centre for Poverty Analysis (CEPA) Prof. Sirimal Abeyratne said that poverty is not just a lack of money, it is a lack of opportunity, a lack…
Embassy of Nepal in Colombo hosts Sri Lanka–Nepal Business Council
The Embassy of Nepal in Colombo hosted the Sri Lanka–Nepal Business Council (SLNBC) recently at the Cinnamon Lakeside Hotel, Colombo. The formal installation ceremony was marked by the presence of…
DFCC Bank strengthens digital capability through FITIS membership
DFCC Bank PLC has been certified as a Full Member of the Federation of Information Technology Industry Sri Lanka (FITIS) for 2026, marking a step in the Bank’s ongoing effort…
Republic of Korea and Sri Lanka convene 2026 EDCF Policy Dialogue
The Government of Sri Lanka (GoSL) and the Government of the Republic of Korea (ROK) successfully held the Economic Development Cooperation Fund (EDCF) Policy Dialogue 2026 on 28 April 2026…
Huge potential to develop joint ventures with Maldives
Sri Lanka remained resilient through fiscal discipline, structural reforms, strengthened governance and strong international support, despite facing several challenges during recent times, including global uncertainties and tensions, shifting trade conditions…
The Future of European Chemical Industry: Innovation, sustainability and global competition
In early nineties Sri Lankan manufactures very convince with European raw materials which was always quality consistence and long regarded as a global leader in innovation, is now entering a…
Virtual ‘Discover Ceylon’ opens new pathway for Sri Lanka tourism
Sri Lanka’s tourism sector is embracing digital innovation with “Discover Ceylon,” an immersive virtual experience designed to attract a new generation of global travellers through gaming. Developed by Sea Pony…