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CRIB Empowers Sri Lankans with Digital Access to Services

Promotes individual credit health through CRIB “MyReport” and other value added products Following the success of its digital revamp agenda announced in January this year, the Credit Information Bureau of Sri Lanka (CRIB) encourages Sri Lankans to stay better informed about their credit status and improve their credit health by utilizing digital facilities and other…

(0)Comments | July 19, 2024 10:20 am

Japan Ready to Resume Suspended Official Development Assistance Projects

The Rapid Debt Restructuring Reflects International Confidence in the President’s Leadership – Head of the Japanese Delegation Dr. IZUMI Hiroto. Dr. IZUMI Hiroto, the head of the Japanese delegation visiting Sri Lanka, lauded the successful completion of the country’s debt restructuring process, noting that it has paved the way for the resumption of Japanese Official…

(0)Comments | July 19, 2024 8:53 am

Financial Aid Package to Revitalize Sri Lanka’s Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Sector

Investment loans up to Rs. 15 million at a concessionary interest rate of 7%. Working capital loans up to Rs. 5 million at a concessionary interest rate of 8%. Rs. 18 billion allocated for loan disbursement. 15 banks and financial institutions partner with the government for this initiative. To advance national development, it is essential…

(0)Comments | July 18, 2024 5:53 pm

SITA leads the way in transforming Air Travel Experience by being the leader in an end-to-end Digital Travel Solution

SITA, the global leader in technology for the air transport industry, has partnered with SriLankan Airlines to deploy advanced airport digitisation services at Colombo’s Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB Airport). The implementation of SITA’s single self-baggage drop unit is expected to increase the passenger usage capacity by 20%. This groundbreaking initiative is set to enhance the…

(0)Comments | July 18, 2024 3:01 pm

Dialog Enhances Accessibility for the Deaf Community at Customer Care Centres through DeafTawk Services

Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, has introduced DeafTawk interpreter services at its customer care centers islandwide, a move poised to enhance the accessibility and user-friendliness of its services to the deaf community. Highlighting the company’s unwavering dedication to enhancing outreach for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), this initiative aligns with the GSMA Assistive…

(0)Comments | July 18, 2024 2:09 pm

Sri Lankan Ambassador Discusses Investment, Education, and Trade Enhancement with Myanmar Leaders

The Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Myanmar Prabashini Ponnamperuma had meetings with Deputy Minister for Investment and Foreign Economic Relations Dr. Wah Wah Maung, Deputy Minister of Education Dr. Zaw Myint, and Governor of the Central Bank of Myanmar Than Than Swe on 12 July 2024 in Nay Pyi Taw, the administrative capital of Myanmar….

(0)Comments | July 18, 2024 1:46 pm

Opportunities for Companies to Raise Debt Capital Through Sustainable Bonds for a Greener Future

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) and The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), in collaboration with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) hosted an issuer forum titled “Towards a Greener Horizon: Unlocking Opportunities through Sustainability Bonds” recently in Colombo. The forum was aimed at enhancing awareness and building capacity among stakeholders including representatives from…

(0)Comments | July 18, 2024 12:46 pm

Emerging-Market Sovereigns Mid-Year Outlook Is Neutral

Fitch Ratings: Fitch Ratings has maintained its 2024 sector outlook at ‘neutral’ for all the main emerging-market regions, except for the Middle East and North Africa, which remained at ‘deteriorating’, says Fitch in a report published today. The neutral outlooks reflect moderately weaker economic growth and persistent strains on public finances balanced against lower inflation…

(0)Comments | July 18, 2024 11:08 am

IMF Deputy Managing Director Antoinette Sayeh to Retire from the Fund

Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), announced today that Deputy Managing Director Antoinette Sayeh intends to conclude her service on September 12, 2024. “Antoinette has been a pillar of the Fund’s leadership team for many years. Her incredible experience, deep integrity, and wise judgment have been invaluable to us, and her…

(0)Comments | July 18, 2024 10:54 am

Scope Cinemas Brings IMAX®️ to Sri Lanka Sparking Cinematic Revolution

Scope Cinemas is set to revolutionise cinema experiences in Sri Lanka with the opening of its new IMAX®️ Theatre at Havelock City Mall on the 26th of July 2024. This eagerly anticipated launch promises to bring an unparalleled level of audio-visual immersion for Sri Lankan moviegoers, marking a milestone moment for entertainment in the country….

(0)Comments | July 18, 2024 10:48 am

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