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Reuters – China has proposed export controls on 12 technologies used to make solar equipment, citing national security concerns, as part of a broader revision that also covers AI and biotechnology. The ministry of commerce proposed adding the photovoltaic technologies to China’s export-control list, it said in a statement on Friday, adding that greater oversight…
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SANASA Life Insurance Company PLC has appointed Mr. Susantha De Silva as its new Chief Executive Officer, bringing more than 30 years of experience across Sri Lanka’s insurance sector to lead the Company into its next phase of growth, customer-focused innovation and market development. Mr. De Silva officially assumed duties on 8 October 2026 at…
BPC has partnered with the inaugural Sri Lanka FinTech Festival 2026 as Gold Sponsor, bringing its global expertise in banking, payments and digital commerce to the national FinTech platform. The official national FinTech festival organised by the Fintech Forum Sri Lanka in collaboration with the Ministry of Digital Economy, will take place on 2nd and 3rd November 2026 at…
Chinese Dragon Café (CDC), one of Sri Lanka’s well-known names in Chinese cuisine, has expanded its presence with the opening of its newest outlet in Negombo, marking another important step in the brand’s growth across the country. Located at No. 48, Chilaw Road, Negombo, just 400 meters from the Maris Stella College towards Kochchikade, the…
Huawei and Qualcomm announced a multi-year, broad patent license agreement that includes cross licenses to the companies’ patent portfolios across a range of technology fields, including 5G, compute, AI, and networking, together with Qualcomm’s purchase of certain Huawei U.S. patents in the areas of compute, AI, networking, and other technologies. This transaction will close following…
Backed by authorized distributor Nexus Communications, boAt products are now available islandwide at Nexus authorized retailers and online on Daraz boAt, India’s No. 1 audio brand and one of the world’s leading personal audio brands, today announced a stronger focus on the Sri Lankan market with the introduction of a new portfolio spanning audio, wearables…
Clean Serendib marked the official commencement of its beach-cleaning operations with a demonstration of specialized machine-assisted cleaning technology at Mount Lavinia Beach on 14 October 2026. The initiative introduces a complementary approach to coastal conservation in Sri Lanka, focusing on the removal of smaller waste materials that are often difficult to recover through conventional manual…
The Quarticentennial Funnel of Merit: 1.9 million names, 38 icons, one new metric LONDON// Picture a funnel wide enough to swallow a small nation: 1.9 million names, drawn from 195 countries, representing every conceivable form of human distinction — scientists, monarchs, child activists, blood donors, mountaineers, ethicists. At the narrow end of that funnel, after…
~Three awards recognise campaigns that simplified access to home loans, responded to the changing era of AI-powered search and helped customers identify digital scams~ A home loan can feel difficult to navigate. The way customers find banking information online is being reshaped by artificial intelligence. And as digital scams become more convincing, customers need warnings…
A compelling new literary novel, Talking to the Sky by Rizvina Morseth de Alwis was launched at the Royal Colombo Golf Club on October 9th, 2026. Set against the backdrop of the Easter Attack, one of the darkest moments in Sri Lanka’s history, Talking to the Sky is an exploration of love, betrayal, faith, and…
Arpico Mattress recently hosted its annual Arpico Mattress Achievers Night 2026 at ITC Ratnadipa, Colombo, bringing together dealers, distributors and company officials to recognise and celebrate their outstanding performance and contribution to the continued growth of the brand. A significant event in Arpico’s calendar for the Foam Sector, Achievers Night serves as a platform to…
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The MoU was signed in Colombo during a visit by a delegation from the Cochin Chamber to Sri Lanka The Hindu Business Line – The Cochin Chamber of Commerce & Industry and the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce have signed an MoU with the objective of strengthening business linkages and promoting bilateral trade and investment between Keralam…
The global economy has weathered the latest in a series of shocks better than expected, but continued resilience should not be taken for granted. Wars and conflicts continue to impose a heavy humanitarian toll, with large economic costs and significant negative spillovers, impacting the poorest and most vulnerable the hardest. Disruptions to supply chains are…
Asiri Central Hospital issued an official statement to address public speculation and unsubstantiated allegations of medical negligence regarding a recent patient death. Expressing deepest condolences to the family, the hospital affirmed that its medical team delivered appropriate care in accordance with established clinical practices and professional standards throughout the patient’s treatment. Management further clarified that…
As Sri Lanka faces growing climate-related risks to its agrifood systems, from the devastating impacts of Cyclone Ditwah to the heightened risks associated with the expected influence of El Niño, there is an urgent need to build greater resilience into the way food is produced, processed, distributed and consumed. Innovation will be central to ensuring…
Port City Colombo has marked another development milestone following the signing of a Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA) by developers Prime Lands and Melwa for a new mixed-use development located within the project’s Financial District. The proposed development is expected to contribute directly to the Financial District’s evolving urban landscape, helping establish the zone as…
VIAL recognises HIPG’s support and flexibility in meeting vehicle importers’ operational needs Hambantota International Port (HIP) delivered 167,569 vehicles across the March–December 2025 period and up to September 2026, with Hambantota International Port Group (HIPG) supporting vehicle importers through increased demand and disruptions affecting vehicle movements. Of this total, 86,389 vehicles were delivered between March…
Preliminary tea production data released by the Sri Lanka Tea Board confirms that September 2026 production declined to 20.2 Mnkg, down by nearly 9% compared with 22.1 Mnkg recorded in September 2025. High Grown production in September stood at 3.49 Mnkg, the lowest level since the El Niño year of 1992, when production was similarly…
ConnectED – Australian High Commission’s Thought Leadership Series The Australian High Commission in Sri Lanka recently hosted the latest edition of its ConnectED Thought Leadership Series at the Australian High Commissioner’s Residence in Colombo, bringing together senior leaders from Sri Lanka’s tourism, hospitality, travel, events, education and related sectors. The discussion, themed “Beyond Arrivals: Can…
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By Vimlendra Sharan, FAO Representative for Sri Lanka and the Maldives When extreme weather destroys crops, damages infrastructure and disrupts supply chains, the consequences travel far beyond the farm. They reach food prices, family nutrition, rural incomes and public finances. Cyclone Ditwah exposed this vulnerability with painful clarity. With El Niño expected to bring further…
A US$300 Million Tourism Super App? How Sri Lanka Could Connect Foreign Exchange, Telecom, National Parks, Government Resorts and Every Major Tourist Experience into One National Revenue Engine By Jithendra Antonio The next great opportunity in Sri Lankan tourism may not be another hotel, another airport terminal or another advertising campaign. It may be the…
By Lakshan Madurasinghe — Founder/CEO Solutions Ground, Corporate Strategist & Investment Facilitator The global economy is entering a period where resilience and long-term competitiveness matter as much as growth. Supply chains are diversifying and geopolitical tensions are reshaping investment decisions, with businesses now looking for jurisdictions that offer continuity amid uncertainty. Having spent two decades…
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