Ranil Wickremesinghe Warns of 100,000+ Job Losses from New US Tariffs
Former President Calls for Immediate Action and Public Transparency Sri Lanka could face a loss of over 100,000 jobs due to the recent.
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President Anura Kumara Holds Key Talks with IMF on Fourth EFF Review
Colombo, April 8, 2025 – President Anura Kumara Dissanayake held discussions yesterday with a visiting International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation to review the.
- April 8, 2025
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Sri Lanka Takes Key Step Toward Digital Economy with Japanese Support
Sri Lanka has made a significant move toward its digital transformation with the signing of a consultant contract for the Digital Terrestrial Television.
- April 7, 2025
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Sri Lanka and India Launch High-Tech Agricultural Warehouse and Solar Plant
Sri Lanka’s President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have virtually inaugurated a state-of-the-art agricultural warehouse and solar power plant,.
- April 7, 2025
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Sri Lanka to Seek U.S. Tariff Relief Amid Trade Tensions
Sri Lanka is set to begin urgent discussions with the United States in a bid to alleviate the 44% tariffs imposed by former.
- April 7, 2025
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Economic Sentiment Shows Improvement Despite Concerns Over Long-Term Growth
In its March edition, business magazine LMD reports that the economic sentiment in Sri Lanka remains steady, with a positive outlook despite challenges.
- March 24, 2025
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Economy to Grow Through Digitalisation and Energy Transformation
Sri Lanka has unveiled a strategy to drive economic growth through digitalisation and energy transformation, focusing on Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), Digital Literacy.
- March 21, 2025
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Sri Lanka Risks Losing US$ 1.23bn in EU Exports if GSP+ Revoked
Sri Lanka could face losses of up to US$ 1.23 billion if it loses its Generalised Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+) trade benefits.
- March 21, 2025
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Sri Lankan Economy Shows Strong Revival, Boosting Investor Confidence
Sri Lanka’s economy has undergone a remarkable revival, positioning its capital market as an attractive destination for investors. In 2024, the All Share.
- March 21, 2025
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Sri Lanka’s Manufacturing and Services Expand in February Ahead of Festive Season
Sri Lanka’s manufacturing and services sectors continued to expand in February, driven by the upcoming festive season, according to the latest Purchasing Managers’.
- March 18, 2025