Thailand Week 2026 concludes with strengthened trade ties
Thailand Week 2026 concludes with strengthened trade ties following a three-day business exhibition in Colombo that connected Thai companies with Sri Lankan distributors.
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GDP growth to average 3.1% through 2030: Treasury
GDP growth to average 3.1% through 2030 as Sri Lanka stabilizes its economy following the recent debt restructuring and reform program. The projection.
- March 9, 2026
Economics
Sri Lanka Customs beats February revenue target by 28%
Sri Lanka Customs has exceeded its February 2025 revenue target by a significant margin, highlighting stronger import activity and tighter enforcement. Official data.
- March 9, 2026
Economics
Sri Lanka Central Bank Chief Joins IMF Asia-Pacific Talks
Sri Lanka central bank chief joins IMF Asia-Pacific talks as the country’s monetary authority takes part in a high-level regional discussion examining the.
- March 6, 2026
Economics
The unlocked potential of ageing and silver economy in Sri Lanka
The unlocked potential of ageing and silver economy in Sri Lanka is gaining increasing attention as the country’s population ages rapidly, raising both.
- March 5, 2026
Economics
Sri Lanka to amend 2016 Microfinance Act, new regulator planned
Sri Lanka to amend 2016 Microfinance Act as the government moves to introduce stronger oversight of the country’s microfinance and moneylending sector, including.
- March 5, 2026
Economics
Sri Lanka 2% Inflation Target Gains Strong Support
Sri Lanka 2% inflation target is being proposed as a more credible and welfare-neutral anchor for monetary policy, according to former Central Bank.
- March 4, 2026
Economics
Sri Lanka Tax Administration Raises Justice Concerns
Sri Lanka tax administration has delivered sharp revenue gains under the IMF-backed fiscal programme, but mounting concerns are emerging over whether enforcement practices.
- March 4, 2026
Economics
Sri Lanka Rupee and Bonds Update – 26 feb 2026
Sri Lanka rupee flat in Thursday’s spot market trading, with the local currency quoted at 309.33/37 against the US dollar as government bond.
- February 26, 2026
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..
- February 24, 2026