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CBSL says Rs 275mn cost for five forensic audits

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) notes that out of the six forensic audits initiated, five forensic audits have been completed so far at a cost of Rs.275 million (approximately), contrary to various amounts stated in the media. Accordingly, CBSL wishes to make the following clarifications:- a)The Monetary Board, in consultation with the Auditor…

(0)Comments | January 21, 2020 4:43 pm

Largest press and media delegation from France and Belgium on a familiarization tour in Sri Lanka

The French and Belgian Media delegation successfully completes their familiarization tour in Sri Lanka; an initiative of Mr. Chandra Wickramasinghe, the Chairman and Managing Director of Connaissance de Ceylan and Theme Resorts & Spas, organized in collaboration with Salaün Holidays (https://www.salaun-holidays.com/), a leading tour operator in France. Under the guidance of Mr. Chandra Wickramasinghe, the…

(0)Comments | January 21, 2020 4:33 pm

What you need to know about the new coronavirus in China

The Star – A new respiratory illness identified in central China is emerging as a growing international concern after it killed at least three people and infected more than 200 others, with cases spreading in Asia. In Wuhan — one of the country’s largest cities and a hub for industry and technology — the yet-to-be-officially-named coronavirus caused…

(0)Comments | January 21, 2020 2:47 pm

SL’s debt moratorium for SMEs is Credit negative for banks: Moody’s

Moody’s Investors Service recently stated that Sri Lanka’s debt moratorium for SMEs is credit negative for Sri Lankan banks and the sovereign because it risks increasing SMEs’ risk appetite and relaxing their attitude toward debt repayments. “This move, in turn, will undermine banks’ asset quality and constrain the sovereign’s credit profile,” the international rating agency…

(0)Comments | January 21, 2020 11:46 am

Sri Lanka’s participation for the first time at the “Indusfood – Tech 2020 India” Trade Fair witnessed positive responses for SMEs

The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce in association with the Trade Promotion Council of India (TPCI) and the Sri Lanka High Commission in India organised Sri Lanka’s participation for the first time, at the “Indusfood – Tech 2020” Trade Fair, held from 8th to 10th January, 2020 in India to showcase Sri Lanka’s processed food and…

(0)Comments | January 21, 2020 11:15 am

BOI signs US$10mn deal with Sands Active to manufacture pharmaceuticals for local market

The Board of Investment of Sri Lanka signed an Agreement with Sands Active (Private) Limited to set up a project for the manufacture of pharmaceutical products for the local market to meet the current National requirement of imports substitution of medicinal drugs. The agreement was signed on behalf of the BOI by Mr. Susantha Ratnayake,…

(0)Comments | January 21, 2020 10:47 am

Leading French tour operator calls Sri Lanka wonderful and safe; assures promotion in France

A leading tour operator in France assures to promote Sri Lanka among French tourists in an effort to bring back Sri Lanka in the limelight of tourism. “Last year Sri Lanka witnessed a decline in French tourists but this year we assure that there will be an increase. We are making plans to promote this…

(0)Comments | January 20, 2020 5:12 pm

Startup XpressJobs receives 100 million LKR investment from Emerging Media

Emerging Media, a location-based digital advertising company invested 100 million LKR in XpressJobs in exchange of 25% stake of the company. The agreement was signed between Sanjeewa Rajapakshe –  Founder and Managing Director of Emerging Media, Tyner Fernando – Director of Emerging Media, Chathum Henegama – Chief Executive Officer of XpressJobs and Oshadie Korale –…

(0)Comments | January 20, 2020 4:32 pm

Norway to host panel discussion on clean energy investments in Sri Lanka

The Norwegian Embassy in Colombo in partnership with the University of Jaffna and the Western Norway University of Applied Sciences is hosting an expert panel discussion titled “A new Decade: Investing in Clean Energy in Sri Lanka – Drivers and Barriers” on Tuesday, 21st of January 2020 at Galle Face Hotel. Both Norway and Sri…

(0)Comments | January 20, 2020 3:49 pm

Salaün Holidays, Connaissance de Ceylan & Theme Resorts & Spas sponsor to Computer Literacy & English Proficiency for youth of Audangawa

As the inauguration ceremony of the Computer and Language Center proceeds at the temple of Audangawa, all those who are gathered could only have one feeling at heart; Hope. Passionate about enhancing the living standards of the underprivileged youth, the fourth and the newest Computer and Language Training Center of R.e.V (Reconstruire et Vivre) is…

(0)Comments | January 20, 2020 3:28 pm