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Sri Lanka construction activity contracts in April 2026: PMI

Sri Lanka construction activity contracts in April 2026: PMI as rising raw material costs and labour shortages continued to weigh on the sector’s.

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Sri Lanka raises fuel prices to near 2022 crisis level amid high imports

Sri Lanka raises fuel prices to near 2022 crisis level amid high imports as rising global oil costs and increasing fuel purchases continue.

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National Regulatory Reform Council to streamline business environment

National Regulatory Reform Council to streamline business environment is the latest initiative approved by the Sri Lankan government to strengthen the country’s investment.

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Sri Lanka posts record fiscal improvement amid Middle East risks

Sri Lanka posts record fiscal improvement amid Middle East risks as the country recorded one of its strongest fiscal performances in decades, supported.

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Sri Lanka Services Contracts in Apr 2026: PMI

Sri Lanka services contracts in Apr 2026 as higher energy costs, reduced tourist arrivals, and seasonal slowdowns following the festive period weighed heavily.

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Sri Lanka Trade Competitiveness Push Lacks Urgency

Sri Lanka trade competitiveness remains constrained by weak policy coordination, slow reforms, and a lack of strategic urgency at a time when competing.

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Sri Lanka’s wheat consumption rises on tourism revival

Sri Lanka’s wheat consumption rises as the country’s recovering economy and expanding tourism industry continue to drive demand for flour-based food products, although.

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Ceylon Chamber of Commerce to host mineral sands conf

Ceylon Chamber of Commerce to host mineral sands conf as industry stakeholders, policymakers, and international experts prepare to discuss the future development of.

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World Bank Backs State-Revenue Agencies Reform

World Bank backs state-revenue agencies reform as Sri Lanka moves forward with efforts to modernise public institutions and strengthen transparency within the state.

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Sri Lanka Pakistan Trade Talks Focus on Growth

Sri Lanka Pakistan Trade cooperation moved into focus this week as officials and business leaders from both countries discussed expanding bilateral commerce through.

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