El Niño Returns: What a 2026 Climate Cycle Means for Sri Lanka’s Food Prices, Energy Costs and Trade Balance
Global climate data points to an emerging El Niño phase that could peak between Q4 2026 and early 2027, with cascading effects on.
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World Bank, Sri Lanka launch $2bn country partnership framework
World Bank, Sri Lanka launch $2bn country partnership framework as the country seeks to accelerate economic recovery, create jobs, and attract greater private.
- June 24, 2026
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.
- June 23, 2026
Economics
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.
- June 22, 2026
Economics
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.
- June 22, 2026
Economics
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.
- June 22, 2026
Economics
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.
- June 17, 2026
Economics
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.
- June 16, 2026
Economics
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.
- June 16, 2026
Economics
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.
- June 11, 2026