Radisson Hotel Group surpasses 210 signings and openings in 2025 as global growth accelerates Building on a record-breaking 2024, Radisson Hotel Group has carried its momentum into 2025, accelerating growth across EMEA and APAC while staying true to its Responsible Business commitments. With more than 210 signings and openings already secured this year, the Group…
In terms of the provisions in the Central Bank of Sri Lanka Act, No. 16 of 2023, Hon. Minister of Finance, as recommended by the Governing Board, has appointed Dr. C Amarasekara, Assistant Governor, and Mr. K G P Sirikumara, Assistant Governor, as Deputy Governors of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka with effect from…
Marking a significant milestone in bilateral aviation ties, Kuwait Airways, one of the oldest international carriers operating to Sri Lanka, officially re-launched its direct online operations to Colombo after two years of successful codeshare operations with SriLankan Airlines. The national carrier of the State of Kuwait, which first commenced services to Sri Lanka on 15th…
The Government of Sri Lanka and the Government of Australia have entered into bilateral agreements on external debt restructuring, marking a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s ongoing efforts to restore debt sustainability and revamp its economy. These agreements reflects the strong commitment of the Government of Sri Lanka to conclude the external debt restructuring process…
Sri Lanka Tourism, in collaboration with the Embassy of Sri Lanka in the Hague, had the opportunity of showing that it’s a travel destination visiting at least for once in a lifetime, which spread the island destinations ‘uniqueness all across the European Region, participating at the Embassy Festival held recently in The Hague , Netherlands….
Global travel publication Lonely Planet has named Jaffna as one of the Top 25 Best Places to Visit in the World for 2026. The selection of Jaffna underscores Sri Lanka’s rich cultural and historical heritage and highlights the country’s ongoing efforts to promote regional diversity as a part of its tourism development strategy. The inclusion…
A powerhouse roster of international and regional experts will headline the Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2025, setting the stage for a world-class dialogue on reform, resilience, and investment-led growth. Organised by The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, the two-day summit will take place on December 2nd and 3rd at the Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo. Registrations…
Hayleys Plantations, home of the world’s first Regenagri®-certified tea estate, has entered into a landmark partnership with Solidaridad Network Asia and its Sri Lankan partner Nucleus Foundation to advance regenerative agriculture and carbon insetting programmes across its estates. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed alongside other plantation sector companies, represents the next phase in the…
US tariffs are hitting exports from China and the rest of the Asia-Pacific (APAC), but Fitch Ratings forecasts growth to remain higher than in other regions. US dollar weakness and the ability of some central banks to cut policy rates will mitigate the impact of weaker global demand, but the headwinds are already affecting the…
The Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) announced that Sri Lanka’s apparel exports recorded a modest year-on-year growth in September 2025, supported by stronger performance in the EU and other markets, despite declines in shipments to the United States and United Kingdom. Whilst the numbers are down from last month, it warrants mentioning that September has…
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