The approval rating of the government polled at 65% in early-February 2026, in the latest round of the Gallup style “Mood of the Nation” poll by Verité Research. With a ±3 percentage point error margin, the approval rating has remained statistically stable from the 62% polled a year ago. The polling partner was Vanguard Survey (Pvt)…
On 12 February 2026, the European Union (EU) and Sri Lanka convened the 27th Session of the EU-Sri Lanka Joint Commission meeting in Colombo. The meeting, which was held in a friendly and open atmosphere, reviewed bilateral relations and entailed an exchange of views and updates on a wide range of topics of bilateral interest,…
The Central Bank released its first Monetary Policy Report for 2026 in keeping with the requirements of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka Act, No. 16 of 2023. The biannual Monetary Policy Report provides forward-looking insights about the economy, particularly inflation and economic growth outlook, and risks to projections. Through this Report, the Central Bank…
Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), will visit Sri Lanka from February 16 to 18, 2026, according to a top IMF official. During her visit, she will meet with government authorities and key stakeholders, observe firsthand the impact of Cyclone Ditwah, and discuss ways in which the IMF can support recovery…
Delivers Consolidated Revenue growth of 16% to Rs. 421.40 bn during the nine-month period while demonstrating continued value creation to shareholders with a dividend of Rs.6 per share. 9 bn Rights Issue expected to strengthen balance sheet and financial flexibility Fitch Ratings reaffirms the Group’s national long-term credit rating at ‘AAA (lka)’ with a Stable…
Mr. Waruna Sri Dhanapala has been appointed as Secretary to the Ministry of Digital Economy by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. The letter of appointment was formally handed over to him this afternoon (13) at the Presidential Secretariat by the Secretary to the President, Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake. Mr. Dhanapala, a Special Grade officer of the…
The High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to Pakistan, Rear Admiral Fred Senevirathne, met Dr. Zeelaf Munir, Chairperson of the Pakistan Business Council (PBC), on 06 February 2026 in Karachi. Dr. Munir, who also serves as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of English Biscuit Manufacturers (EBM), leads Pakistan’s premier business policy advocacy body, which…
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok successfully facilitated and participated in a series of discussions and negotiations to finalize two important bilateral instruments on labour cooperation between Sri Lanka and the Kingdom of Thailand. A series of constructive negotiations were held virtually with the participation of relevant authorities from both countries…
The computer system at the Department of Immigration and Emigration has been fully restored, and passport services at the main office in Battaramulla and regional offices have returned to normal, the department announced. The Department’s Deputy Controller and Media Spokesperson Mahesh Karunadasa said operations, temporarily suspended since yesterday due to a technical issue, are now…
BIOFACH, being the world’s largest and most influential international trade fair dedicated to the organic sector, provides a vital global platform for countries to promote their certified organic products and strengthen their presence in international markets. Recognizing this importance, Sri Lanka will participate in BIOFACH 2026, to be held in Nuremberg, Germany, from 10th to…
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