President Allocates Rs. 5 Billion for Sri Lanka’s General Elections
Sri Lanka’s three-member cabinet, including President Anura Dissanayake, has sanctioned a proposal to allocate Rs. 5 billion from the government’s consolidated fund to.
Economics
Tourism
Sri Lanka Tourist Arrivals by October 1 Surpass 2023 Totals
Sri Lanka’s tourism sector has achieved a significant milestone, with total tourist arrivals surpassing the entire number recorded in 2023 by October 1,.
- October 2, 2024
Politics
Hulangamuwa and Prof. Fernando Appointed as Economic Advisors to President Dissanayake
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed Duminda Hulangamuwa, Chairman of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC), and Professor Dr. Anil J. Fernando from.
- October 2, 2024
Business
Channa Gunawardana Appointed Chairman of Litro Gas Lanka
Litro Gas Lanka Ltd. and Litro Gas Terminal Lanka Ltd. have announced the appointment of Channa Gunawardana as their new Chairman, a move.
- October 2, 2024
Tourism
Free Visa System for 35 Countries Delayed Due to Parliamentary Approval
The launch of a free-visa system for nationals from 35 countries, originally scheduled for October 1, has been postponed, as announced by Cabinet.
- October 2, 2024
Finance
Dinesh Weerakkody Appointed as New Chairman of Union Bank of Colombo
Dinesh Weerakkody, a highly regarded professional with extensive experience in the banking sector, has been appointed as the new Chairman of Union Bank.
- October 2, 2024
Industry Analysis
Tokyo Cement Appoints Two New Independent Directors
Tokyo Cement Company (Lanka) PLC has strengthened its Board by appointing two new Independent Non-Executive Directors, Mano Sekaram and Averil Anne Ludowyke. Both.
- October 2, 2024
Entrepreneurship
WCIC Holds 39th AGM, Focuses on Empowering Women Entrepreneurs
The Women’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce (WCIC) recently held its 39th Annual General Meeting (AGM), marking another significant milestone in its mission.
- October 2, 2024
Economics
Sri Lanka’s IMF Program Review: What Comes Next?
Sri Lanka’s economic stability is closely tied to its International Monetary Fund (IMF) program, with reviews conducted every six months to assess the.
- October 2, 2024
International Economic Developments
Celebrating Excellence: The 10th Edition of Top German Brands in Sri Lanka
The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) marked a significant milestone by hosting the 10th edition of.
- October 1, 2024