Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP), Wijayanthi Edirisinghe was one of the Vice Chairs of the Second Session of the Committee on Trade, Investment, Enterprise and Business Innovation, held from 28 to 30 May 2025 in Bangkok. The session was…
By Yashora Gunawardena A recent IPS study brings out the reality of Sri Lankan Female Migrant Workers (FMWs), particularly those engaged in domestic work across the Middle East. These women juggle multiple roles across various locations, handling extra tasks, often beyond their contractual obligations. Despite the heavy workload, they often do not receive even their…
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the European Union (EU), successfully organized the Pitching Event for the ExpoScaleUp program at the Ramada Hotel in Colombo. Supported under the European Union’s regional initiative ‘Accelerating Climate Smart and Inclusive Infrastructure in South Asia (ACSIIS)’ as part of…
Protecting lives and livelihoods depends on helping households and firms adapt South Asia is facing a sharp rise in extreme weather, with nearly 90 percent of the population expected to be exposed to intense heat and more than one in five people at risk of severe flooding by 2030. With public budgets under pressure, much…
• The local dairy sector must evolve into an efficient and productive enterprise – President President Anura Kumara Disanayake held a discussion this morning (03) at the Presidential Secretariat with senior officials of the Ministry of Agriculture, focusing on the revitalization of the local dairy industry. The meeting centred on the need to transform MILCO…
By Prof. Samitha Hettige The ‘International Organization for Mediation’ (IOMed) jointly proposed in 2022 by China & 18 other countries saw light last week in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HK). China being the only permanent member of the UN Security Council which practices ‘one country many systems of government’ offered HK as it’s…
The All Share Price Index (ASPI) of the Colombo Stock Exchange closed at an all-time high today (03), after making significant gains before trading closed. Accordingly, the ASPI gained 234.50 points (1.38%) to close at 17,214.39. The previous record of 17,193.80 points was set on February 18, 2025. Meanwhile, the S&P SL20 has climbed 108.53…
Agriculture-rich diversified conglomerate CIC Holdings PLC (CSE: CIC) recorded steady revenue growth during the year ended 31 March 2025 (FY25), navigating macroeconomic headwinds and intense competition. The Group posted consolidated revenue of Rs. 83.3 billion, reflecting a 9.0% year-on-year (YoY) growth, driven by broad-based momentum across its core businesses. Group gross profit rose to Rs….
The Export Development Board (EDB) successfully conducted a networking and knowledge-sharing session with established exporters in five different product sectors (Tea, Spices & Coconut-Based Products, Processed Foods & Cashew Products, Ornamental Fish, and Herbal & Ayurvedic Products ) for new exporters and entrepreneurs on 22nd May 2025 at the “Training Arena,” 3rd Floor, EDB-NDB Tower,…
The Sri Lanka Convention Bureau (SLCB) successfully organized an educational session titled “Connecting Digital Marketing for Successful Business/ MICE Events” on 26th May 2025 at the Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management Auditorium. This educational initiative attracted approximately 100 participants, comprising industry professionals and digital marketing enthusiasts, all keen to explore the strategic…
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