US Trade Regime in Flux After Supreme Court Ruling
US trade regime entered a new phase of uncertainty after the Supreme Court invalidated the use of emergency powers to impose broad tariffs.
Policy and Regulation
Logistics
Kerawalapitiya-Elakanda Road Repair Approved
Kerawalapitiya-Elakanda road repair has been approved by Sri Lanka’s Cabinet to address severe deterioration along a key expressway access route. The 2.2-kilometer stretch
Economics
Himikama Program to Grant Freehold Land Deeds
Himikama program will grant freehold land deeds to thousands of permit holders across Sri Lanka, marking a major shift in land ownership policy.
Politics
CMC Complaints Deadline Extended to March 16, 2026
CMC complaints deadline has been extended until March 16, 2026, as authorities continue investigating alleged corruption and irregularities within the Colombo Municipal Council.
Energy
Sri Lanka Solar Project: Vidullanka Adds 6MW Plant
Sri Lanka solar project capacity expanded this week as Vidullanka commissioned a new 6MW photovoltaic plant in Madampe. The development strengthens national grid
Forex Market
Today’s Exchange Rates in Sri Lanka – 24 Feb 2026
Stay ahead with today’s official Central Bank currency update Currency Buying Rate Selling Rate USD 305.69 313.20 AUD 213.80 223.23 CAD 221.68 229.71
Gold Price
Sri Lanka gold price — Feb 23, 2025
Sri Lanka gold price today shows 22 Carat gold at Rs. 413,900 for 8 grams, reflecting stable market trends. Investors and buyers can
International Economic Developments
Trump May Impose 10% Levy on Sri Lanka Exports
The Trump administration may replace struck-down tariffs with a 10 percent levy affecting Sri Lanka and other countries. Analysts say this follows a
Tourism
Sri Lanka Targets US$4B Tourism Revenue in 2026
Sri Lanka sets a US$4 billion tourism revenue goal for 2026, aiming to rebound after missing last year’s US$5 billion target. Deputy Tourism
International Economic Developments
Sri Lanka President Returns from India After AI Summit
Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has returned from India after attending a high-profile artificial intelligence summit. During the visit, he held bilateral