The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) Annual Report 2023, themed “Innovate, Integrate, inspire – A Year of Capital Market Resilience”, has achieved global recognition by winning the Gold Award under the Financials - Capital Markets category, at the prestigious League of American Communications Professionals LLC (LACP) 2023 Vision Awards. This accomplishment underscores the CSE’s commitment to excellence in corporate reporting and communications.

The report’s compelling design, in-depth content, and innovative presentation earned it the 1^st place ranking in the Asia-Pacific Region Top 50 Reports and the honour of being named the Top Sri Lankan Report in the competition. The LACP Vision Awards, widely regarded as one of the most prominent platforms for recognizing annual reports worldwide, received submissions from leading organizations across the globe.

Commenting on this achievement, Rajeeva Bandaranaike, Chief Executive Officer of the CSE, stated, “We are honoured to receive this global recognition, which highlights the innovation demonstrated by the Colombo Stock Exchange during a transformative year. This award reflects our unwavering commitment to transparency, excellence, and fostering trust among our stakeholders.”

Mr. Kusal Nissanka, Senior Vice President / Head Finance and Admin of the CSE mentioned that the award also showcases the dedication of the CSE team in presenting the story of the CSE’s role in driving growth and resilience in the capital market, particularly during a challenging period.

The Annual Report 2023 captures the CSE’s strategies, achievements, and vision, illustrating its pivotal role in navigating market dynamics while integrating technological advancements and inspiring trust in stakeholders. The recognition reaffirms the CSE’s position as a leading force in Sri Lanka’s financial sector and a benchmark for reporting standards in the region.

As the CSE continues to innovate and integrate its services, this achievement stands as a testament to the organization’s commitment to inspiring confidence in the capital market, both locally and internationally.

Image Caption : Mr. Kusal Nissanka, Senior Vice President / Head Finance and Admin, CSE