IDAT Consortium supports programme coordination and delivery to advance evidence-based governance across two critical sectors of the economy The Government of Sri Lanka has advanced a key national digital transformation priority through the launch and handover of Decision Support Systems for the fisheries and plantation sectors under the Inclusive Digital Agriculture Transformation Programme, known as…
Gamma Interpharm Ltd. has commenced exports of Sri Lankan-manufactured pharmaceuticals to Cambodia, marking a key milestone in its six-decade journey and strengthening the country’s pharmaceutical manufacturing presence in regional markets. The company launched its first pharmaceutical exports to Cambodia on 14 August 2026 at its manufacturing facility, in the presence of stakeholders and employees. Gamma…
Reuters – Canada will impose tariffs on some U.S. goods in retaliation for 50% levies ordered by President Donald Trump on Canadian products, Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Saturday, after trade talks collapsed between the two neighbors. The “dollar for dollar” tariffs on imports of U.S. steel, electronics and other products, to take effect…
Foreign diplomatic missions in Sri Lanka were briefed on the upcoming Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit (SLEIS) 2026 organised by The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce at a session organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, providing an opportunity to outline the Summit’s focus and encourage greater international engagement with Sri Lanka’s investment and business…
Marking a historic milestone in Sri Lanka’s fresh fruit exports, the first-ever 20-foot container of fresh Sri Lankan pineapples (Ananas comosus) was successfully shipped to the Pakistani market on August 21. The consignment was exported by C R Exports (Pvt) Ltd, one of Sri Lanka’s leading exporters of fresh fruits and vegetables, marking a significant…
The Sri Lanka International Insurance Summit 2026 concluded in Colombo following three days of high-level discussions focused on strengthening the role of insurance in building economic confidence, protecting communities and supporting sustainable growth amid an increasingly complex global risk environment. Organised by the Insurance Association of Sri Lanka, the second edition of SLIIS was held…
Sierra Cables PLC has officially announced a major capital investment of USD 3,229,760 aimed at expanding its export production capacity. The strategic move comes in response to sustained, robust demand for the company’s products in overseas markets. In a formal corporate disclosure submitted to the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), the company revealed that its Board…
An economic impact assessment conducted by Deloitte FAS (Pvt.) Ltd. has highlighted the contribution of NSBM Green University to Sri Lanka’s economy over the past decade, while operating as a self-financed entity. According to the assessment, NSBM has served more than 41,000 students, produced 22,855 graduates, and generated an estimated LKR 115.5 billion in cumulative…
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has strengthened its international business network with the signing of Memoranda of Understanding with the Qatar Sri Lanka Business Council (QSLBC), and the Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture of Beirut and Mount Lebanon (CCIA-BML) The MoU with the Qatar Sri Lanka Business Council was signed at the Ceylon Chamber,…
Sri Lanka Export Development Board (SLEDB) organized a seminar cum workshop on Hand Soldering Techniques and Wire Harness Techniques in association with National Apprentice & Industrial Training Authority (NAITA), Global Electronics Association (IPC India), and Sri Lanka Electronic Manufacturers and Exporters Association (SLEMEA) on 13th August 2026 at Kenimadala Auditorium, NAITA Head Office. This event…
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