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Israel issues travel warning to parts of Sri Lanka over terrorism threat

Reuters – Israel’s national security council on Wednesday called on Israelis to immediately leave some tourist areas in southern Sri Lanka over the threat of a possible terrorist attack. The agency said the warning pertained to the area of Arugam Bay and beaches in the south and west of Sri Lanka, and stemmed from “current…

(0)Comments | October 23, 2024 4:51 pm

Sri Lanka Tourism Warmly Welcomes Travelers for the Upcoming Season

Sri Lanka Tourism extends a warm invitation to travelers from around the world to visit Sri Lanka during the upcoming tourist season. We ensure that all tourists can enjoy a safe and secure experience while exploring the beauty of our island. The highest levels of safety and security will be maintained for all visitors throughout…

(0)Comments | October 23, 2024 4:18 pm

Hong Kong Trade Development Council and EDB Join Forces to Boost Sri Lanka’s Exports

In a significant step towards strengthening trade and economic relations between Sri Lanka and Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and the Export Development Board (EDB) have come together to host a landmark Roadshow at The Kingsbury Hotel, Colombo on 11th October 2024 . The Roadshow aims to strengthen trade and economic…

(0)Comments | October 23, 2024 3:18 pm

NYK’s Regional Team visits Hambantota International Port

NYK’s new Regional Managing Director Hiroyuki Noma, stationed in Singapore, made a courtesy visit to Hambantota International Port (HIP) last week. The delegation also consisted of Keisuke Furukawa, Regional RORO head; Sagara Pieris, Group Management Committee Member; Jeremy Anandappa, Director NYK Lanka (Pvt.) Ltd.; and Dhammika Sampath, Deputy General Manager of Customer Service & Business…

(0)Comments | October 23, 2024 2:07 pm

Sri Lanka–USA Business Council re-elects Charithra Hettiarachchi as President for 2024/2025

The Sri Lanka–USA Business Council (SLUSABC) of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce elected Charithra Hettiarachchi, CEO of WICHY Plantation Company (Pvt) Ltd, as President for the 2024/2025 term at its 8th Annual General Meeting held on October 15, 2024, at the Hilton Colombo Residence. The AGM featured Her Excellency Julie J. Chung, U.S. Ambassador to…

(0)Comments | October 23, 2024 1:31 pm

Discover Sri Lanka’s Gem Legacy at FACETS 2025: South Asia’s Leading Gem and Jewellery Exhibition

The Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA) is proud to announce the 31st edition of FACETS Sri Lanka, South Asia’s premier gem and jewellery exhibition. FACETS Sri Lanka 2025 will take place from 4th to 6th January 2025 at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo. This prestigious exhibition is a global meeting point for the gem…

(0)Comments | October 23, 2024 1:28 pm

World Bank’s Martin Raiser Urges Focus on Jobs, Investment for Sri Lanka’s Recovery

Martin Raiser, the World Bank’s Vice President for South Asia, held a meeting with Sri Lankan officials during the 2024 Annual Meetings of the IMF and the World Bank Group in Washington, D.C. Raiser engaged with Central Bank Governor Nandalal Weerasinghe and Treasury Secretary Mahinda Siriwardana, focusing on trade, investment, and fiscal stability as the…

(0)Comments | October 23, 2024 11:30 am

Evolving Apparel Industry Models: Hela and Reebok’s partnership to capitalize on verticality

Hela Apparel Holdings PLC, the publicly-listed fashion conglomerate headquartered in Sri Lanka, recently announced an exclusive long-term partnership with Authentic Brands Group to design, manufacture, and sell Reebok-branded outerwear across the UK and Europe. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in expanding the Hela Group’s offering to the fashion industry by fusing its design, manufacturing…

(0)Comments | October 23, 2024 10:57 am

US Embassy warns citizens to avoid Arugam Bay due to ‘credible threat’

The U.S. Embassy in Colombo has strongly advised its citizens to avoid the Arugam Bay area until further notice, citing credible information warning of an attack targeting popular tourist locations in the Arugam Bay area. The Embassy says it has received credible information warning of an attack targeting popular tourist locations in the Arugam Bay…

(0)Comments | October 23, 2024 10:07 am

China donates Rs. 30 million to Sri Lanka as emergency flood relief

The Chinese Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Qi Zhenhong, met with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake this afternoon (22) at the Presidential Secretariat. During their meeting, Ambassador Qi made a donation of LKR 30 million (USD 100,000) as emergency flood relief to assist those affected by the recent flooding in the country. In addition to immediate relief…

(0)Comments | October 22, 2024 5:29 pm