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The Financial Intelligence Unit of Sri Lanka Releases the Executive Summary of the National Risk Assessment on Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Proliferation Financing – 2024/25 Sri Lanka has successfully completed the National Risk Assessment (NRA) 2024/25 on Money Laundering (ML), Terrorist Financing (TF) and Proliferation Financing (PF), in collaboration with a total of 86…
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Nestlé Lanka Limited, the ‘Good Food Good Life’ company marks 120 years of operations in Sri Lanka this year. From its humble beginnings in 1906, Nestlé Lanka is now the leading Food and Beverage company in the country, manufacturing over 90% of its products sold locally in Sri Lanka. Guided by its purpose of unlocking…
In celebration of International Women’s Day, City of Dreams Sri Lanka, in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism & Hotel Management, hosted a special forum themed “Give to Gain”, bringing together industry leaders, educators, and aspiring hospitality professionals for an inspiring exchange of insights, experiences, and ideas. The event welcomed students from SLITHM…
The ONE LOVE Reggae Music Festival 2026 – A Tribute to Bob Marley, scheduled to be held in Bentota at the end of March, has been postponed and rescheduled for August this year, organisers announced. Official Announcement: Postponement of ONE LOVE Reggae Music Festival 2026 – A Tribute to Bob Marley Dear Sir/Madam, The Organising Committee…
An interview with Asma Anjum, Regional Trust & Safety Lead, South Asia Much of the debate around platform safety focuses on content removal and moderation. Far less attention is paid to what happens earlier, at the moment a user actively looks for information. Search sits at that juncture. It is where intent is explicit and…
Sri Lanka’s luxury landscape marks a defining milestone with the rise of Elvoir, a local fragrance powerhouse positioning the nation on the global perfumery map. In a historic first for the country, Elvoir stands as Sri Lanka’s first and only certified perfumer led fragrance brand, signalling a new era for locally crafted luxury that meets…
Driven by its commitment to enhancing customer lifestyles and making quality mobility solutions more accessible, the Commercial Bank of Ceylon has entered into a strategic partnership with Ideal Motors (Pvt) Ltd. to promote the Mahindra XUV 3XO passenger vehicle, through a joint promotional campaign. Under this collaboration, Commercial Bank will offer attractive leasing facilities to…
Sierra Cables PLC made a strong statement at the 2025 Export Awards organised by the National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE), securing two major accolades — the Gold Award in the Large Category – Electronic & Electrical Products Sector and the prestigious Best Sri Lankan Brand Exporter title. More than trophies, these awards…
Over the past year, the Chamber of Lankan Entrepreneurs (COYLE) continued its journey under the theme “Vision to Reality,” demonstrating how ideas can be transformed into meaningful action. Guided by a clear philosophy, learn, develop, and then expand globally, COYLE focused on empowering its members with knowledge and leadership capabilities before strengthening international partnerships and…
FINEZ – Sri Lankas most awarded and recognized furniture and interior design brand, has once again partnered with the historic Royal – Thomian Cricket Encounter as the “Official Furniture and Interior Design Partner” for the third consecutive year. The partnership was formally announced at the official press conference for the 147th edition of the iconic…
Exterminators PLC, Asia’s first publicly listed pest control company and recipient of 71 business excellence awards, has partnered with Sentario UK Limited to unveil the Insect-O-Cutor Nomad by Pelsis UK. This portable, rechargeable, and collapsable UV LED mosquito and flying insect killer is designed for both outdoor adventures and cosy indoor use. The Nomad is…
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The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to the proposal to appoint a ‘Committee on Economic Surveillance’ to review potential economic impacts on Sri Lanka from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The proposal to establish the committee was presented by the President and received Cabinet approval. The committee will be chaired by Dr….
Ambewela Dairy Farm, a household name for dairy goodness, and renowned for its state-of-the-art technology and commitment to advancing dairy production, recently welcomed Hon.Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land, and Irrigation Mr. K.D. Lalkantha and also the Hon Deputy Minister of Education and Higher Education Dr. Madhura Senevirathne.This special visit was made with the objective of…
Reuters – Air New Zealand, opens new tab said on Tuesday it has raised all of its fares due to the Middle East conflict and may take further pricing action, underscoring how global airlines will seek to pass on the costs of higher oil prices to passengers. Jet fuel prices, which were around $85 to…
DCSL Breweries Lanka (Pvt) Ltd is excited to announce the international launch of Aliya Beer, the latest beer brand to emerge from Sri Lanka. Following its successful reception in local markets, Aliya Beer is now set to make its mark in export markets, introducing the world to the true taste of Sri Lanka. Available in…
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) has made an announcement to the Sri Lankan export community that the ‘Sri Lanka Expo 2026’, an international trade exhibition, will be organised with the primary objective of connecting local businesses with international buyers and investors. This major exhibition is scheduled to be held over four days from…
Reuters – Oil prices fell on Tuesday after hitting their highest level in more than three years in the prior session as U.S. President Donald Trump predicted the war in the Middle East could end soon, easing concerns about prolonged disruptions to global oil supplies. Brent futures fell $6.51, or 6.6%, to $92.45 a barrel…
SriLankan Airlines has announced that it will resume daily flights to Riyadh and Dubai following the suspension of regular flights amidst the on-going conflict in the Middle East. Accordingly, SriLankan Airlines will resume daily flights to Riyadh tonight (09) and to Dubai from tomorrow (10). It also noted that authorities will continue to closely monitor…
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) recently convened a landmark gathering titled the “National Export Roadmap – The CEO Forum”, bringing together top executives and chief executive officers from the country’s leading institutions to brief them on the National Export Roadmap and chart a strategic course for the future of Sri Lanka’s export sector….
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The Financial Intelligence Unit of Sri Lanka Releases the Executive Summary of the National Risk Assessment on Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Proliferation Financing – 2024/25 Sri Lanka has successfully completed the National Risk Assessment (NRA) 2024/25 on Money Laundering (ML), Terrorist Financing (TF) and Proliferation Financing (PF), in collaboration with a total of 86…
TTW Picks Best 50 Heritage Travel Destinations in the World for 2026 Travel and Tour World (TTW) has unveiled its new research, “50 heritage sites in the world for 2026,” highlighting the landmarks shaping the future of heritage tourism. Based on editorial research, historical significance, and the choices of 23 million readers, the list reflects the…
By Rachel Conlan, Global Chief Marketing Officer at Binance For decades, financial inclusion was measured in small wins: a bank account opened, a microloan disbursed, a woman added to the ledger. Those wins mattered. But in 2026, the question has fundamentally changed. We are no longer asking whether women can access the financial system. We…
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