Industry Analysis

Dialog Axiata Completes Acquisition of Airtel Lanka and Begins Amalgamation

Dialog Axiata PLC, Axiata Group Berhad, and Bharti Airtel Ltd. have finalized a share sale transaction, with Dialog acquiring 100% of the issued.

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Economics

Sri Lanka Imposes New Trade Controls on Metal Scrap Exports

Sri Lanka is set to enforce new trade regulations that will make exporting metal scrap illegal without a proper licensing system, according to.

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Education and Career

Sri Lanka Mulls Essential Service Status for Teaching

Sri Lanka’s President Ranil Wickremesinghe has indicated plans to designate teaching as an essential service to safeguard children’s education, emphasizing the necessity for.

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Markets

Sri Lanka Rupee Weakens, Stocks Rise; Bond Yields Dip

Sri Lanka’s rupee started weaker against the US dollar, opening at 305.40/60 on Thursday, with bond yields experiencing a decline and stocks initiating.

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Economics

Sri Lanka’s Export Performance in May 2024: Mixed Results with Overall Decline

In May 2024, Sri Lanka’s merchandise exports dropped by 5.81% compared to the same month last year, totaling 960.2 million dollars, according to.

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Economics

Sri Lanka’s coconut prices continued to rise in June

This data suggests a positive trend for Sri Lanka’s coconut industry. It would be helpful to monitor future trends to see if this.

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Economics Tourism

Sri Lanka Tourism Sees Early June Boost, But Target Uncertain

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry shows positive signs in early June: Challenges Remain: Overall 2024 Target: Additional Notes: Sri Lanka’s tourism industry has shown.

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Tech

Sri Lanka’s Solar-Powered EV Project Wins Innovation Award

Sri Lanka’s USAID-funded Sri Lanka Energy Project (SLEP) has been recognized for its innovative approach to clean energy and economic development. Here’s a.

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Business Sri Lanka News

Sri Lanka to Revamp Tax System in IMF Deal

Sri Lanka agreed to a revised deal with the IMF that includes significant tax changes: These changes are expected to be approved by.

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Business

Sri Lanka Summit Tackles Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery

The 1st ever Sri Lanka Summit on the Bali Process brought together governments and businesses to fight human trafficking and modern slavery. Key.

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