The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), under the patronage of Hon. Sunil Handunnetti, Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, successfully conducted the Regional Exporters Networking Forum on Tuesday, 29th July 2025, at the Mahaweli Reach Hotel, Katugastota, Kandy. The forum was organized with the objective of enhancing regional export capacities and fostering greater participation…
John Keells Holdings PLC (JKH) has reported a robust start to the financial year 2025/26, with a 64% year-on-year surge in revenue and a 69% increase in EBITDA, supported by strong performances in its Retail and Transportation sectors. The diversified conglomerate posted Group revenue of Rs.114.15 billion for the quarter ended 30 June 2025, compared…
The Ministry of Digital Economy of Sri Lanka and AI Singapore (AISG) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on AI Collaboration on 28 July 2025 at the National University of Singapore’s Kent Ridge campus. The MoU was signed by Director of AI Innovation from AI Singapore, Laurence Liew and the High Commissioner of Sri Lanka…
At a recent special event held at the Ministry of Digital Economy Meta announced the activation of Teen Accounts for Instagram in Sri Lanka. The meeting was held under the patronage of Hon. Deputy Minister of Digital Economy, Eranga Weeraratne. The Meta team demonstrated that the teen account supervision tools for Instagram, provides parents with…
The Sri Lanka Apparel Exporters Association (SLAEA) hosted a high-level industry forum on July 9 at the Jetwing Hotel in Colombo 07, bringing together a diverse group of stakeholders to explore the growing relevance of the European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). Designed to strengthen awareness and preparedness, the session focused on the…
Global travel website ‘Big 7 Travel’ has officially released its annual list of the top 50 best islands in the world and has ranked Sri Lanka in the first spot as ‘The Most Beautiful Island in the World’ for 2025. With destinations from across the globe, the list celebrates unique island experiences and inspiring places to explore…
Profit before Income Tax – LKR 8,444 Mn up by 15.18% Profit after Tax – LKR 5,489 Mn up by 20.41% Return on Equity (ROE) of 15.29% Total Capital Adequacy Ratio of 16.85% Impaired Loans (Stage 3) Ratio at 1.76% Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR) – All Currency of 295.22% and Rupee of 306.44% Seylan Bank…
John Keells CG Auto (Pvt) Ltd (JKCG), the authorized distributor of BYD vehicles in Sri Lanka, wishes to address recent news articles regarding a consignment of a select models of BYD vehicles. We are actively engaged in discussions with the relevant authorities to clarify the matters raised on the vehicle models and are providing all…
Emirates has announced the appointment of Jaber Mohamed as the airline’s Country Manager for Sri Lanka and Maldives, effective 1 August 2025. In his new post, Jaber will be responsible for supporting Emirates’ commercial objectives, overseeing the airline’s operations across the two island nations as well as maintaining crucial relations with various stakeholders. Jaber is…
The 34th Annual General Meeting of the Sri Lanka–Canada Business Council (SLCBC) of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce was held on Thursday, 24th July 2025. The AGM was graced by His Excellency Eric Walsh, High Commissioner for Canada to Sri Lanka and Maldives as the Chief Guest, who delivered an inspiring keynote address, emphasizing the…
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