The third Annual General Meeting of the Council for Startups (CFS) of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce was held on the 8th of June 2023. Members, invitees & extended members of the startup community were in attendance for this prestigious event to welcome Mr. Shalin Balasuriya, an eminent figure in the entrepreneurial realm, as the…
Reuters – Pakistan and China signed a $4.8 billion deal on Tuesday to build a 1,200-megawatt nuclear power plant, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said, hailing the investment by a country that Pakistan views as its most dependable ally. Work on the Chashma 5 project would begin immediately, Sharif said on state-run news channel PTV following…
Qatar Airways introduces its fifth daily frequency to/from Colombo, effective from 22nd June 2023. The additional frequency will offer connectivity to over 160 destinations worldwide. At present, Qatar Airways handles approximately 21,000 passengers per week at Bandaranaike International Airport. Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited is happy to facilitate the increase in frequencies…
The Ceylon Motor Traders Association (CMTA), one of the longest standing automotive associations in South Asia, has recently raised concerns regarding the fairness of current import regulations, shedding light on the importation of extravagant items such as televisions and mobile phones, while essential necessities such as a motorcycle remains restricted. The CMTA emphasizes the need…
Norfolk Foods (Pvt) Ltd, a pioneer in the manufacture of specialised frozen foods in Sri Lanka has taken a bold stride in strengthening its global presence. Establishing CPNI (CP Norfolk India) as a joint venture with Charoen Pokphand Foods (CPF) Thailand, the globally renowned agro-industrial and food conglomerate, the two entities cemented their commitment to work…
By Prof. Samitha Hettige Trend setter diplomat Henry Kissinger turned 100 last week. He was the top diplomat of the USA & the force behind establishing relations with the Peoples Republic of China (PRC) during Nixon administration (early 1970s). He is considered a lifelong contributor to China US friendship backed by his knowledge on capitalism…
A group of eight professional bloggers and influencers representing the United Kingdom recently embarked on a captivating journey through the resplendent island of Sri Lanka as part of a destination promotional Familiarization Tour under UK market. Organized by the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau, this highly successful tour provided an immersive experience, showcasing the country’s…
The Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) is set to host its 2023 Convention in Colombo, Sri Lanka, this year, from July 6-9, on the invitation from the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB). The 67th Convention and Exhibition in Colombo is being held in association with Sri Lanka Association of Inbound Tour Operators (SLAITO)….
The Engineering division of SriLankan Airlines continued its streak of firsts with the recent completion of a heavy maintenance check on a Cebu Pacific Air Airbus A330 (Trent 700), marking a foray into providing Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) services for wide-bodied aircraft from the Southeast Asian region. Cebu Pacific Air is the first Southeast…
Pinning another luxury boutique property to the hill country, Grand Serendib Hotel Kandy was opened recently with an investment of over Rs. 1 billion. Founder and Chairman of ABEC, a global leader in student counseling for educational opportunities and international educational services, Dilip Herath said that they have been in the education business for 17…
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