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Sri Lanka and Malaysia Share Strategic Insights to Enhance Public Digital Services

On the sidelines of the Global Dialogue on AI Governance, the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS Forum), and the “AI for Good Global Summit 2026” held in Geneva, Switzerland, Dr. Hans Wijayasuriya, Chief Advisor to the President on Digital Economy, held an official meeting with H.E. Mr. Datuk Abdul Halim bin Hamzah, Secretary-General…

(0)Comments | July 13, 2026 5:05 pm

Indian Export Delegation Engages with Sri Lankan Businesses and SMEs at Ceylon Chamber B2B Session

The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce hosted a Business-to-Business (B2B) and networking session for a 31-member business delegation from the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO), India’s apex export promotion organisation, during its visit to Sri Lanka from 8–10 July 2026. The delegation comprised small and medium enterprises from sectors including pharmaceuticals, engineering goods, apparel and…

(0)Comments | July 13, 2026 2:27 pm

Sri Lanka Secures Spot in TTW’s Elite Top 50 Global Food Destinations for 2026

Travel And Tour World (TTW) has officially unveiled its Top 50 Food Destinations Around the World for 2026, identifying the nations that are currently shaping the future of global culinary tourism. This prestigious ranking evaluates destinations based on a variety of factors, including culinary heritage, regional diversity, and overall visitor experience. Highlighting the list is…

(0)Comments | July 13, 2026 2:07 pm

Visa Sri Lanka Cybersecurity Conclave 2026 Reinforces Trust, Security and Collaboration as pillars of Growth in Digital Payments

Visa successfully hosted the Visa Sri Lanka Cybersecurity Conclave 2026 on 25 June 2026, convening leaders from the banking sector, Government, regulators and industry bodies to foster dialogue on evolving cyber threat landscape and the collective action needed to strengthen cyber resilience across Sri Lanka’s digital economy.ෙ As digital payments continue to expand, cybersecurity remains…

(0)Comments | July 13, 2026 1:05 pm

Ceylon Chamber of Commerce Launches Scale Up 2.0 to Support Sri Lanka’s SME Ecosystem

The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has officially launched Scale Up 2.0, its flagship National SME Forum for 2026, which will take place on 11th August 2026 at the Taj Samudra, Colombo, under the theme “Connected, Competitive, Ready to Grow.” As SMEs continue to face challenges in accessing markets, securing finance, meeting evolving business requirements and…

(0)Comments | July 13, 2026 11:26 am

Sri Lanka Tourism Strengthens Presence in Gujarat Through Successful Roadshows (B2B) and Networking Events

The Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) successfully concluded its series of Media Networking Sessions, B2B Roadshows, and Networking Evenings across the Indian state of Gujarat, covering Surat, Rajkot, and Ahmedabad on 15, 17, and 19 June 2026, respectively. The roadshows brought together 48 leading Sri Lankan travel and tourism companies, including SriLankan Airlines and…

(0)Comments | July 13, 2026 11:23 am

High-Level Sri Lankan Delegation Participates in the United Nations Global Dialogue on AI Governance

A high-level diplomatic delegation from Sri Lanka, led by Dr. Hans Wijayasuriya, Special Envoy of the President and Chief Advisor to the President on Digital Economy, actively participated in the United Nations Global Dialogue on AI Governance, held from July 06–07 at the Palexpo complex in Geneva, Switzerland. Established under the United Nations General Assembly…

(0)Comments | July 13, 2026 11:21 am

Sri Lanka’s Digital Regulatory Reforms Gain International Prominence at ‘WSIS Forum 2026’ in Geneva

Air Vice Marshal (Retd.) Bandula Herath, Director General of the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL), actively participated in the high-level Regulators Roundtable at the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS Forum 2026), recently concluded at the Palexpo complex in Geneva, Switzerland. Delivering a key intervention during the session themed “Operationalizing Governance Essentials…

(0)Comments | July 13, 2026 10:48 am

TWC Capital Advises on US$28 Million of IFC Investments in Sri Lanka’s Energy and Agribusiness Sectors

T W C Capital (PVT) LTD (“TWC Capital”), the corporate finance advisory arm of TWC Holdings, has successfully concluded two significant development finance transactions, acting as Exclusive Financial Adviser on investments by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, totalling up to US$28 million across Sri Lanka’s renewable energy and…

(0)Comments | July 13, 2026 10:24 am

EDB, IFC and EU Strengthen Export Readiness of Eastern Province SMEs through ExpoNavigator Programme

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the European Union (EU), successfully conducted the 7th Provincial ExpoNavigator Programme under the Sri Lanka Export Excellence Initiative (SLEEI) 2026 on 9–10 June 2026 in Batticaloa. Implemented under the EU’s regional programme ‘Accelerating Climate Smart and Inclusive Infrastructure in…

(0)Comments | July 13, 2026 10:14 am

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