Sri Lanka recently played host to four renowned Australian-based social media influencers in a groundbreaking digital marketing initiative aimed at rejuvenating the country’s tourism industry. This carefully curated campaign, organized by the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB), concluded successfully on December 16th, 2024, as the influencers returned to their home countries, leaving a trail…
With the holiday season now underway, Visa, the global leader in digital payments, reminds shoppers to stay vigilant amidst a rise in fraud schemes. Visa’s Payment Ecosystem Risk and Control (PERC) team released the 2024 Holiday Threats Report, outlining common methods fraudsters use to steal money, data, and account details while people plan their festivities….
The Export Development Board (EDB) successfully conducted a networking and knowledge sharing session for the women entrepreneurs registered under the “Women Entrepreneurship Development Program” recently at the EDB-NDB Tower, Colombo 02. The event addressed one of the key barriers faced by women entrepreneurs, lack of networking opportunities with industry leaders. This exclusive session brought together…
India Today – Dr Manmohan Singh’s tenure as Finance Minister in the early 1990s and later as Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014 introduced policies that continue to influence India’s growth. Former PM Manmohan Singh dies at age 92 Architect of India’s 1991 economic reforms Led liberalisation, privatisation, globalisation “I honestly believe that history will be…
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Automotive Component Manufacturers Association (SLACMA) and Technobiz Lanka, successfully conducted a two-day workshop on Dry Rubber Compounding Technology and Plant Management. The event, held on December 20–21, 2024, at the EDB headquarters, aimed to enhance the skills and knowledge of technical professionals…
Aitken Spence Travels walked away with the coveted title of Best Travel Agent Inbound – Large Category, Best Cruise Lines Operator and Best Professional MICE Organizer at the recently concluded Sri Lanka Tourism Awards 2024 organized by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority. These accolades underline Aitken Spence Travels’ leadership and commitment to the continuous…
Sri Lanka has achieved a significant milestone in its tourism sector, proudly welcoming the two millionth tourist arrival on December 26, 2024. The two millionth lucky tourist was Mr.Prasan Ingkanunt from Thailand who arrived on UL 403 for his first visit in Sri Lanka with his wife and sister . This marks the first time…
The Colombo Stock Market extended its historic rally today (26), with the All Share Price Index (ASPI) reaching a new all-time high of 15,400.53. The ASPI gained 232.13 points, closing at 15,400.53, reflecting a 1.53% increase from the previous trading session. Meanwhile, the S&P SL20 index, which tracks the top 20 companies, also rose by…
Mitsubishi Motors to explore participation or involvement in the consideration of business integration Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. (“Nissan”), Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (“Honda”), and Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (“Mitsubishi Motors”) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore the possibility of Mitsubishi Motors’ participation, involvement, and synergy sharing in relation to the business integration through…
By Jithendra Antonio Navigating a New Era in Global Trade Sri Lanka, an island that has stood as a strategic maritime crossroads for millennia, now finds itself at the cusp of a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, the chance to once again redefine its role in global commerce. With its perfect position at the heart of international sea…
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