Pakistani Businesses Eye Sri Lanka’s Recovering Economy for Investments
Colombo, Sri Lanka – A 14-member Pakistani business delegation is visiting Sri Lanka to explore investment opportunities in various manufacturing sectors, signaling confidence.
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Sri Lanka Tourist Arrivals Surge, Targeting 900,000 by July
Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is experiencing a welcome surge, with arrivals reaching the 100,000 mark for May 2024 as of May 28th. The.
- May 29, 2024
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Sri Lanka’s New Visa Deal Sparks Retaliation Threat from Maldives
Sri Lanka’s recent decision to outsource visa processing and introduce “processing” and “convenience” fees has ruffled feathers in the Maldives, a close neighbor..
- May 29, 2024
Economics
Analyst Warns: Adani Deal Highlights Sri Lanka’s High Costs Due to Lack of Competition
Murtaza Jafferjee, Chairman of the Colombo-based think tank Advocata Institute, advocates for opening both traded and non-traded sectors in Sri Lanka to competition..
- May 16, 2024
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Advocata Hosts Sri Lanka Economic Governance Forum: A Platform for Economic Insight
A forum titled “Charting the Course: Revitalizing Economic Governance for Prosperity” is scheduled for May 18, featuring a high-level panel representing the public.
- May 16, 2024
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Sri Lanka Set to Unveil Economic Transformation Bill: A Game-Changer in Policy Making
The Economic Transformation bill, poised for imminent gazetting, marks a significant stride in Sri Lanka’s economic trajectory, as announced by Cabinet Spokesman Minister.
- May 15, 2024
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EDB and Peoples’ Bank Join Forces: Offering Exporters Finance and Expertise
In a bid to empower small and medium scale enterprises (SMEs) and enhance their participation in the global export arena, People’s Bank and.
- May 15, 2024
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Sri Lanka Government Employees Advocate for Basic Salary Increase Amid Rising Cost of Living
Public sector unions in Sri Lanka are intensifying their call for a substantial increase in basic salaries rather than relying on ad hoc.
- May 15, 2024
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Expert Panel in Sri Lanka Reviews RPC Land Lease; Minister Calls for Action
A panel of experts appointed by the Sri Lankan government is currently scrutinizing lease agreements with Regional Plantation Companies (RPCs), announced Minister of.
- May 14, 2024
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Sri Lanka’s Official Remittances Surpass $2 Billion in January-April 2024
Sri Lanka’s remittances through official channels have exceeded 2 billion dollars in the first four months of this year, marking a notable increase..
- May 13, 2024