Global Affairs

Covering international economic developments, trade relations between countries, and geopolitical events that impact the global economy.

International Economic Developments

Sri Lanka-Russia Business Council Members’ Night 2026

Sri Lanka-Russia Business Council Members’ Night 2026 brought together key stakeholders in Colombo to reinforce economic and diplomatic ties between Sri Lanka and.

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Trade Relations

Sri Lanka, Russia reaffirm cooperation at Inter-MFA talks

Sri Lanka, Russia reaffirm cooperation at Inter-MFA talks, underscoring their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and expanding collaboration across political, economic, and multilateral.

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Trade Relations

Sri Lanka–Benelux Business Council meets Dutch Ambassador

Sri Lanka–Benelux Business Council meets Dutch Ambassador to strengthen bilateral trade engagement and explore new opportunities for private-sector collaboration between Sri Lanka and.

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International Economic Developments

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister visits Sri Lanka for talks

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister visits Sri Lanka as diplomatic engagements between the two countries continue to strengthen, with high-level discussions scheduled to take.

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Trade Relations

Oil, equity prices shape Iran War adverse scenario macroeconomic impact: Fitch Ratings

Oil, equity prices shape Iran War adverse scenario macroeconomic impact: Fitch Ratings, highlighting the potential global economic fallout if geopolitical tensions persist through.

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Trade Relations

Iran will offer fuel and essential supplies to Sri Lanka if requested

Iran will offer fuel and essential supplies to Sri Lanka if requested as Tehran signals its willingness to support the island nation amid.

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Trade Relations

Sri Lanka, Australia to strengthen longstanding bilateral ties

Sri Lanka, Australia to strengthen longstanding bilateral ties was the focus of high-level discussions held at the Presidential Secretariat, highlighting renewed efforts to.

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Geopolitical Events

Sri Lanka nationals evacuated due to Israeli air strikes in Lebanon

Sri Lanka nationals evacuated due to Israeli air strikes in Lebanon as 23 individuals, including children, were moved to safer locations following intensified.

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Trade Relations

Norway urges rule of law, investment climate reforms

Norway urges rule of law, investment climate reforms as a key step toward strengthening its future partnership with Sri Lanka, with officials highlighting.

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International Economic Developments

Trump May Impose 10% Levy on Sri Lanka Exports

The Trump administration may replace struck-down tariffs with a 10 percent levy affecting Sri Lanka and other countries. Analysts say this follows a.

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