Trade Relations

UAE, COYLE to Boost Trade, Tech, and Tourism Ties

At a recent roundtable discussion organized by the Chamber of Young Lankan Entrepreneurs (COYLE), UAE Ambassador to Sri Lanka Khaled Nasser Al Ameri emphasized the potential for deepening bilateral ties between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Sri Lanka. The discussion, held on November 12 at Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo, focused on creating opportunities in trade,

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Tourism

Sri Lanka Tourism Set for Record Year with 1.16 Million Visitors

Officials from Sri Lanka’s tourism industry recently confirmed that the sector is on a strong upward trajectory, with more than 1.16 million visitors arriving in the country so far this year. If current trends continue, Sri Lanka could surpass its benchmark year of 2018. Tourism Ministry Secretary Somarathne Vidanapathirana expressed optimism about the sector’s recovery,

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Tourism

Sri Lanka Grants First Approvals for Importing Electric and Hybrid Vehicles to Tourism Sector

In a significant development for Sri Lanka’s tourism sector, the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority has granted the first 10 approvals for travel and tourism companies to import electric and hybrid vehicles. The approvals were handed out by Tourism Minister Harin Fernando during a recent event. The approved firms include: On April 1, the Cabinet

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