June volumes reach 90,219 vehicles and 80,325 TEUs as operational preparedness and customer engagement drive record performance Hambantota International Port (HIP) recorded its highest-ever monthly throughput in both RoRo and containers in June 2026, handling 90,219 vehicles and 80,325 TEUs. The dual milestone marks a new high for the port’s two fastest-growing business segments. It…
Reuters – Asian stocks rose sharply on Friday, led by chip and AI firms as investors brushed off concern over the stalled recovery of energy supplies through the critical Strait of Hormuz, with tit-for-tat attacks escalating between the U.S. and Iran. The renewed back-and-forth attacks have further eroded the fragile three-week-old ceasefire, bringing the spotlight…
The Commercial Documents Registration Division (CDRD) of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has expanded its export support services with the introduction of the Free Sale Letter for Pharmaceuticals, providing Sri Lankan pharmaceutical manufacturers and exporters with an additional document certification service to support their export processes and compliance requirements in international markets. The new service…
The Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) has approved the submission to Parliament of a Resolution under the Customs Ordinance and two Orders under the Sri Lanka Export Development Act, following its consideration. The decision was taken at a meeting of the Committee held in Parliament on 6th July, chaired by Hon. Member of Parliament Dr….
Access Solar and Access Real Estate/Residencies have officially named elite javelin thrower Rumesh Tharanga as their corporate brand ambassador in a sponsorship understanding running through the 2028 Olympic Games. Initiated following a special request from the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Hon. Sunil Kumara Gamage, the partnership will provide financial and logistical backing for…
The Computer Society of Sri Lanka (CSSL), the nation’s apex professional body for Information and Communication Technology (ICT) professionals, commemorated its Golden Jubilee with a prestigious celebration held on 7th July 2026 at the BMICH, marking fifty years of excellence, innovation, professional leadership, and national service in advancing Sri Lanka’s digital journey. The landmark celebration…
The Heads of the International Energy Agency (IEA), International Monetary Fund (IMF), World Bank Group (WBG), and World Trade Organization (WTO) met on July 7 as part of the high-level coordination group established in April to maximize their institutions’ response to the energy, trade, and economic impact of the war in the Middle East. Following…
Advancing Sri Lanka’s Digital Economy Through Integrated Digital Payments Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, today announced the launch of Dialog Pay, an integrated platform within the MyDialog App that brings together connectivity, payments and financial services, marking another significant milestone in its journey to enrich and empower Sri Lankan lives and enterprises…
Reuters – Asian shares climbed on Thursday as semiconductors got a respite from heavy selling, though gains were capped by a surge in oil prices as a resumption of hostilities in the Gulf reignited inflation fears and hammered bonds. Oil prices rose for a third straight session after President Donald Trump said the interim agreement…
As organisations navigate an increasingly complex business environment shaped by technological disruption, evolving stakeholder expectations, heightened regulatory scrutiny, and global economic uncertainty, the role of corporate boards is undergoing a significant transformation. Recognising this shift, the Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID) will host the Sri Lanka Corporate Director Summit 2026, a premier governance forum…
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