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As Sri Lanka’s economy pivots from tourism, it’s well placed to benefit from global trade and geopolitical jostling – new research
Tourism · Colombo

As Sri Lanka’s economy pivots from tourism, it’s well placed to benefit from global trade and geopolitical jostling – new research

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Dmytro Buianskyi/ShutterstockWith its natural beauty, wildlife and culture, Sri Lanka is known as the “pearl of the Indian Ocean”, and attracts millions of tourists every year. But my research suggests that the country might not be so reliant on tourism in the future, as it looks to become a major player in global maritime trade. The island’s numerous harbours and enviable location along international sea routes have led to major investment from…Read Article
Coca-Cola announces new partnership to address major problem with its operations: 'Aligning innovation with social responsibility'
Coca-Cola · Western Province

Coca-Cola announces new partnership to address major problem with its operations: 'Aligning innovation with social responsibility'

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Coca-Cola Beverages Sri Lanka has partnered with the Sri Lankan "circular economy" company Neptune Recyclers in a recycling initiative called "Give Back Life." The program is two-pronged: one part consists of working to better collect and recycle PET products in Sri Lanka's Western Province, and the other aims to build a floating market amid the fascinating mangrove ecosystem of the Madu River. Both of these projects will improve collection meth…Read Article
IS THERE A ROLE FOR THE EXECUTIVE ON THE CONSTITUTIONAL IMPASSE? – Foroyaa Newspaper
Buddhism · Colombo

IS THERE A ROLE FOR THE EXECUTIVE ON THE CONSTITUTIONAL IMPASSE? – Foroyaa Newspaper

Foroyaa put this question to Halifa Sallah, and he responded as follows: When a commander-in-chief leads troops to battles twice and fails one must quickly take stock and address the situation. It is President Barrow, leading a coalition, that made a promise to deliver constitutional reform to the Gambian nation. It is almost a decade and the only constitutional reform that was quickly passed is the eradication of the 65-year-old age limit for t…See the Story

Sri Lanka Eyes US Crude Oil Purchase To Narrow $2.6 Billion Trade Surplus With Washington

Sri Lanka is considering the purchase of crude oil from the US as part of its efforts to correct the trade imbalance with Washington, an official said on Monday.The development comes ahead of the Aug. 1 deadline for negotiations on tariffs imposed by the Donald Trump-led administration.Head of the state fuel entity Ceylon Petroleum Corporation Janaka Rajakaruna told reporters that the West Texas Intermediate crude oil would be invited to partici…Donald Trump · Sri LankaSee the Story

Sri Lanka stocks end on mixed sentiments

ECONOMYNEXT – The Colombo Stock Exchange saw mixed sentiment on Monday, as its broader index closed up, while its more liquid index closed down. The All Share Price Index closed up 0.37 percent, or 70.38 points, at 19,044; while the S&P SL20 closed down 0.15 percent, or 8.44 points, at 5,646. Turnover was 5.3 billion rupees. Diversified financials and capital goods stocks contributed the most to turnover. The ASPI was boosted by DFCC Bank which …Stock Markets · ColomboRead Article

Sri Lanka begins IMF talks for next review this week: Minister

ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is kicking off talks for the next International Monetary Fund review with a mission in Colombo this week, Labour Minister and Deputy Minister for Economic Development Anil Jayantha Fernando said. Sri Lanka will discuss the progress achieved so far and the way forward, Minister Fernando said. The IMF will also review data. Sri Lanka’s next review is due in October 2025 based on end June data and continuous performance crit…Inflation · ColomboRead Article

Economics or Entrepreneurship Must Serve Humanity, Not Just Wealth – PM

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The Minister of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, stated that despite societal tendencies to prioritize monetary value, economics and entrepreneurship should be disciplines rooted in humanity, and the concept of a �care economy� serves as a good example of this approach. MORE..Entrepreneurs · Sri LankaSee the Story

Sri Lanka stocks close marginally down after volatile session

ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stocks closed marginally down after a volatile session with heavy selling in early trade amid profit taking by some investors, brokers said. Colombo’s broader All Share Price index (ASPI) declined 0.04 percent, or 8.11 points, to 18,876.85, on Thursday after falling almost 200 points at one time; while the S & P SL20 index of more liquid stocks, fell 0.69 percent, or 39.19 points, to close at 5,628.93. Turnover dipped to …Stock Markets · ColomboRead Article

Sri Lanka President Urges Budget Priorities for 2026

ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has urged officials to prioritize digitalization, strengthening public transport and integrating rural communities to the economy, when making the 2026 budget. A circular had been given to spending agencies to submit proposals within allocated expenditure limits by the end of July official had told President, a statement from the President’s media office said. President had “instructed o…Cricket · ColomboSee the Story

Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields up

ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 301.35/55 to the US dollar in the spot market Wednesday, weaker from 301.00/15 a day earlier, while bond yields edged up. In the secondary market, a bond maturing 15.12.2026 was quoted at 8.10/20 percent, from 8.05/15 percent. A bond maturing on 15.09.2027 was quoted at 8.45/55 percent, flat. A bond maturing on 15.12.2028 was quoted at 8.98/9.00 percent. A bond maturing on 15.10.2029 was quoted at 9.48/5…Economy · ColomboRead Article

Sri Lanka and the IMF: Another stark example of the need for urgent debt restructure reform

The global economy stands at a critical crossroads, and Sri Lanka is no exception. The Trump administration’s policy priorities, from focusing narrowly on trade imbalances, downplaying the urgency of the climate crisis, and maintaining a deep faith in market-based solutions for social issues, are likely to compound challenges Sri Lanka already faces. The disproportionate economic influence of the United States, coupled with its normative power w…Economy · Sri LankaRead Article

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