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Sri Lanka and Switzerland consolidate enduring ties with Two High-Level Visits

Foreign Minister, Vijitha Herath, had a cordial meeting with Ambassador Tim Enderlin, Assistant State Secretary and Head of the Peace and Human Rights Division of the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs, during his recent visit to Sri Lanka. The discussion centered on promoting national unity and reconciliation in the country. The Foreign Minister reiterated…

(0)Comments | December 11, 2024 4:10 pm

Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts to energise Sri Lanka’s hill capital with the launch of Kandy Myst by Cinnamon

Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, in partnership with Indra Traders, is set to expand its footprint in Sri Lanka’s hill capital, at the start of 2025, with the launch of the Kandy Myst by Cinnamon – a vibrant new addition to the brand’s portfolio. This strategic collaboration reflects the brand’s commitment to elevating Sri Lanka’s tourism…

(0)Comments | December 11, 2024 3:13 pm

KOICA Partners with Sri Lanka to Improve Solid Waste Management and Circular Economy

In a significant move to advance environmental sustainability, the governments of Sri Lanka and  Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) formalized their partnership today with the signing of the “Developing Sustainable Integrated Solid Waste Management Project in Uva and Northern Provinces” in Sri Lanka. The event, held at the Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Council and…

(0)Comments | December 11, 2024 1:03 pm

PATA CEO Noor Ahmad Hamid to Attend 2024 Tourism Awards Ceremony

The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA), in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB), has invited Mr. Noor Ahmad Hamid, the Chief Executive Officer of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), to visit Sri Lanka from the 19th to the 21st of December, 2024. The primary purpose of his visit is to…

(0)Comments | December 11, 2024 12:23 pm

Celebrating Sri Lanka’s Visionaries: COYLE’s I AM the Sri Lankan Entrepreneur 2024

The Chamber of Lankan Entrepreneurs (COYLE) proudly unveils I AM the Sri Lankan Entrepreneur 2024, a prestigious awards evening dedicated to celebrating and empowering the country’s most remarkable entrepreneurs. Taking place on the 5th of March 2025, this landmark event will honour those whose bold vision and innovation have driven Sri Lanka’s industries forward. This…

(0)Comments | December 11, 2024 12:02 pm

Haycarb to expand global footprint with $8 million facility in Philippines

Haycarb PLC has announced the establish of an activated carbon plant in the Philippines, marking an initial investment of $8 million. The company’s subsidiary, Haycarb Philippines Corporation, received approval from the Board of Investments in the Philippines to establish the facility in Cagayan de Oro. The project’s first phase, set to conclude by June 2026,…

(0)Comments | December 11, 2024 11:22 am

IFC, Women in Management and Diversity Collective Lanka Launch Training to Foster Respectful Workplaces Across Sri Lankan SMEs

A new partnership between the International Finance Corporation (IFC), Women in Management (WIM) and Diversity Collective Lanka (DCLK) aim to empower small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Sri Lanka with the tools and knowledge needed to create safer, more respectful work environments. A first-of-its-kind partnership, this program will empower WIM and DCLK Respectful Workplace practitioners…

(0)Comments | December 11, 2024 11:13 am

Embracing Change: Charting a Brighter Future for Sri Lanka’s Plantation Industry

By the Chairman of the Planters’ Association of Ceylon, Mr. Sunil Poholiyadde For 170 years, Sri Lanka’s plantation industry has stood the test of time. Despite continuous upheavals, it has managed to adapt and endure. Over this period, the ownership structure of the industry underwent significant changes—from 124 years of British colonial ownership to the…

(0)Comments | December 11, 2024 11:08 am

Hayleys Fentons and StarCharge Partner to Create Sri Lanka’s First Nationwide Electric Vehicle Charging Network

Hayleys Fentons Limited, in collaboration with StarCharge Digital Energy Private Limited, a world leader in Electric Vehicle (EV) charging solutions, is set to revolutionise Sri Lanka’s EV landscape with a robust infrastructure network. This alliance addresses key challenges like range anxiety and accessibility for EV users across the country. By introducing high-capacity, ultra-fast charging stations,…

(0)Comments | December 11, 2024 10:35 am

Adani Ports withdraws DFC funding request for Colombo port project

Reuters – India’s Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSE.NS) opens new tab said on Tuesday it would finance its Colombo port terminal project through internal accruals and a capital management plan, withdrawing its request for funding from the U.S. International Development Finance Corp (DFC). DFC last year said it would provide $553 million in financing for the port…

(0)Comments | December 11, 2024 8:47 am

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