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Economics

President pledges support for Sri Lanka apparel industry to accelerate export-led growth

COLOMBO: The Sri Lanka apparel industry has received the Government’s full backing to overcome sectoral challenges and strengthen export-led economic growth, with President.

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New regulations tighten monitoring of import payments

New regulations tighten monitoring of import payments as the Sri Lankan government introduces a tougher regulatory framework designed to strengthen oversight of outward.

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IMF team to visit Sri Lanka this week

IMF team to visit Sri Lanka this week as officials prepare for a formal staff mission that will assess the country’s ongoing economic.

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Indian diplomat meets Sri Lanka’s business leaders

Indian diplomat meets Sri Lanka’s business leaders as part of a fresh round of discussions aimed at strengthening bilateral economic cooperation, expanding investment.

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National Export Development Plan targets $36bn by 2030

National Export Development Plan was officially launched by Sri Lanka with an ambitious target of generating USD 36 billion in export revenue by.

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Budget surplus hits Rs. 105 b as vehicle-related taxes drive revenue surge

Budget surplus hits Rs. 105 b as vehicle-related taxes drive revenue surge, highlighting a significant strengthening of Sri Lanka’s fiscal position during the.

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Economic recovery gathers pace as construction, finance drive 5.1% GDP growth

Economic recovery gathers pace as construction, finance drive 5.1% GDP growth in the first quarter of 2026, as Sri Lanka’s post-crisis rebound broadened.

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France reaffirms long-term support as AFD marks 20 years

France reaffirms long-term support as AFD Group marks 20 years in Sri Lanka as French officials highlighted two decades of partnership that have.

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Climate ambition alone won’t pay bills, Sri Lanka warned

Climate ambition alone won’t pay bills, Sri Lanka warned, as development partners and business leaders cautioned that the country must urgently transform its.

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Sri Lanka’s Central Bank cuts exporter dollar conversion time to 30 days

Sri Lanka’s Central Bank cuts exporter dollar conversion time to 30 days under a new regulatory framework aimed at strengthening foreign exchange management.

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