As Sri Lanka moves beyond economic stabilisation, attention is increasingly turning to how the country can maintain its growth momentum while preparing for the challenges ahead. This will be among the key questions at the Sri Lanka Economic & Investment Summit 2026 (SLEIS 2026), organised by The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce on 12-13 October, where…
A special leadership dialogue aimed at strategically and responsibly implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital transformation across Sri Lanka’s state university system was held recently (September 04) at the Faculty of Medicine premises, University of Colombo, alongside the Committee of Vice-Chancellors and Directors (CVCD) Conference under the theme “Artificial Intelligence and Digital Transformation in Higher…
The Board of Investment of Sri Lanka (BOI) recently hosted the fifth working-level meeting of the Sri Lanka–Japan Business Environment Committee, a platform established to address the operational and business challenges faced by Japanese investors operating in Sri Lanka. The quarterly meeting brought together representatives of the Embassy of Japan, the Japan External Trade Organization…
Thailand to End Visa-Free Entry for Sri Lankan Travelers Starting September 15, 2026 In a major shift in immigration policy, travelers from Sri Lanka holding ordinary passports will soon be required to obtain a visa before entering Thailand. Starting September 15, 2026, Sri Lanka will be officially removed from Thailand’s visa exemption scheme, ending the…
Hambantota, Sri Lanka, August 2026: NYK’s Azalea Leader, a new-generation LNG dual-fuel Pure Car and Truck Carrier (PCTC), made its maiden call at Hambantota International Port (HIP) recently, marking another significant development in the port’s growing role as a regional automotive transhipment gateway. Built in 2026 and sailing under the Liberian flag, the nearly 200-metre…
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) recently unveiled a specially branded Airbus A321 Neo aircraft of Sri Lankan Airlines, liveried with the “Sri Lanka Expo 2027” brand identity, to promote Sri Lanka Expo 2027 – the country’s premier international exhibition. The Expo will comprehensively showcase Sri Lanka’s diverse export sectors, including agriculture, industrial manufacturing,…
Homegrown global leader in coconut shell-based activated carbon, Haycarb PLC, in partnership with the Coconut Cultivation Board (CCB), is expanding its coconut cultivation programme in Sri Lanka’s Eastern Province, supporting farming communities while strengthening the long-term resilience of the country’s coconut value chain. As a member of the Hayleys Group, Haycarb’s work with coconut farmers…
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen capital market cooperation between Sri Lanka and the UAE. The agreement aims to promote knowledge exchange, enhance, support collaboration across trading technologies and post-trading infrastructure, and explore opportunities to broaden enhanced cross-market access. Discussions…
Central Depository Systems (Pvt) Ltd (CDS), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), commemorated its 35th anniversary by ringing the market opening bell at the Colombo Stock Exchange last week, marking three and a half decades of supporting the growth and development of Sri Lanka’s capital market infrastructure. The ceremony brought together…
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath visited the United Arab Emirates from 2 to 3 September 2026. During the 02 – day visit, Minister Herath, together with the UAE Minister of Foreign Trade, Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, graced the Sri Lanka Day event, the second edition of “Sri Lanka…
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