Corrupt Airbus Deal Cost SriLanka US$400mn in Shocking Blow
The corrupt Airbus deal cost SriLanka national carrier US$400mn, according to fresh disclosures by Minister Anura Karunathilaka. The revelations revive scrutiny over past
Policy and Regulation
Healthcare
Sri Lanka Price Controls Push Meds Out in Sharp Shift
Sri Lanka price controls push British, US meds out of local market, according to claims made by former minister Wimal Weerawansa. His remarks
Logistics
Sri Lanka Pilots Card Payments for Bus Fares in Bold Move
Sri Lanka pilots card payments for bus fares in a new initiative aimed at modernising public transport and improving passenger convenience. The trial
Forex Market
Sri Lanka Rupee and Bonds Update – 25 Nov 2025
Foreigners sell Sri Lanka rupee bonds for the second consecutive week, reflecting renewed pressure on the currency and cautious investor sentiment. Central Bank
Forex Market
Vietnam Diplomats Boost Economic Links in Jaffna
Vietnam diplomats boosted economic links during a recent visit to Sri Lanka’s Jaffna, aiming to deepen cooperation across trade, investment, and tourism. Their
Forex Market
Sri Lanka Rupee and Bonds Update – 24 Nov 2025
The Sri Lanka rupee opened flat in Monday’s spot market as dealers reported a stable trading range against the US dollar, while government
Logistics
Hambantota Port Container Inspection Yard Boosts Efficiency
The Hambantota Port container inspection yard project is set to transform cargo handling operations through a Rs. 1 billion investment by Rank Container
Finance
Fitch Rating Watch Sparks Positive Shift for Sri Lanka Banks
Fitch rating watch developments have placed HDFC and SMIB on a positive trajectory as Sri Lanka prepares for major state-led bank acquisitions. The
Economics
Sri Lanka Tax Payers Face Bold Rs100bn Rescue Plan
Sri Lanka tax payers are set to shoulder a massive 100-billion-rupee burden as the government moves to take over state bank loans tied
Forex Market
Sri Lanka FX Bond Sales Launch in a Bold New Move
Sri Lanka FX bond sales began this week with the government launching a 50-million-dollar auction aimed at strengthening domestic investor participation. The issuance