Sri Lanka moves to fast-track approvals for foreign film shoots
Newswire: Sri Lanka is moving to introduce a Single Window approval mechanism for foreign film productions in a bid to simplify
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Jul
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09
Jul
250MW solar battery storage project planned for Sri Lanka
Newswire: Sri Lanka is set to introduce a 250‑megawatt solar battery storage system to strengthen the national grid, according to a
09
Jul
Ambassador urges trade facilitation to boost Sri Lanka-Germany ties
EconomyNext: Sri Lanka has significant economic opportunities with Germany in logistics, manufacturing, renewable energy, green technologies, digital transformation, and tourism, German
09
Jul
Sri Lanka to call bids from contractors for Central Expressway’s Kurunegala-Dambulla stretch
EconomyNext: Sri Lanka’s cabinet has approved a proposal to initiate the procurement process for the construction of Phase 1 of the
09
Jul
Sri Lanka adopts Ceylon Tea Village model
Daily FT: The Government is moving to restructure its smallholder tea sector through a large-scale “Ceylon Tea Village” programme aimed at
09
Jul
Sri Lanka’s President targets $ 6 billion export boost from coconut, food, rubber and tea
Daily FT: President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has reviewed an ambitious push to transform four key export industries into major foreign exchange
09
Jul
Zydus Lifesciences, Sunshine Healthcare launch $20 million pharma plant in Sri Lanka
EconomyNext: Sunshine Healthcare and Zydus Lifesciences will build a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Sri Lanka at a cost of over 20
09
Jul
Sri Lanka approves railway electrification project for high-density corridors
EconomyNext: Sri Lanka’s cabinet has approved a proposal to electrify three high-density railway corridors as part of a long-term modernisation strategy
08
Jul
Sri Lanka can reach $ 36 billion export goal, says Deputy Minister
Daily FT: Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Deputy Minister Chathuranga Abeysinghe expressed confidence that Sri Lanka’s ambitious target of increasing exports to
08
Jul
Home Lands expands presence in Port City Colombo
Daily FT: Home Lands Group has marked another significant milestone with the acquisition of its second land parcel within Port City
08
Jul
Sri Lanka, Thailand eye FTA-led trade boost as Business Council marks 25 years
Daily FT: Sri Lanka and Thailand are looking to leverage the recently concluded Sri Lanka–Thailand Free Trade Agreement (SLTFTA), stronger business-to-business
08
Jul
Sri Lanka’s ICT export growth outpaces traditional sectors
The Morning: Sri Lanka’s ICT sector is gaining momentum as a major contributor to service exports, with the sector recording around
07
Jul
Sri Lanka and Benelux private sectors forge new alliances
Daily FT: The private sectors of Sri Lanka and Benelux countries Belgium and Luxembourg recently forged new alliances aimed at boosting
07
Jul
India Trade Desk opens to help Sri Lankan businesses establish commercial relationships in India
Daily FT: For many Sri Lankan businesses, India has long represented a market of immense potential. Yet despite its proximity and
07
Jul
Diplomats in Colombo get briefing on Sri Lanka Expo 2027
Daily FT: At the request of the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), the Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Ministry
07
Jul
FitsAir starts Colombo-Ahmedabad flights
EconomyNext: Sri Lanka budget airline FitsAir has started direct flights between Colombo and Ahmedabad, becoming the only airline to offer non-stop
07
Jul
Sri Lanka’s manufacturing PMI expands in May despite challenges
The Morning: Sri Lanka Purchasing Managers’ Index for Manufacturing (PMI – Manufacturing) recorded an index value of 56.6 in May 2026,
07
Jul
Ceylon Petroleum Corporation to commence an RFP for Sapugaskanda expansion
The Morning: In a move set to significantly boost the country’s domestic refining capacity, the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) will be
07
Jul
UK Trade Envoy discusses boosting Sri Lanka exports via zero‑tariff scheme
Newswire: UK Trade Envoy Lord Hannett of Everton and British High Commissioner Andrew Patrick met with Sri Lanka’s Minister of Industry
07
Jul
Sri Lanka to host Gem City Ratnapura 2026 in August
Newswire: Sri Lanka’s historic gem capital is set to shine on the global stage as preparations are finalized for the international
03
Jul
Sri Lanka’s Prime and Melwa secure third Marina District land parcel
Daily FT: Prime-Melwa has become the largest property investor in Port City Colombo, following the acquisition of their third and one
03
Jul
Sri Lanka’s SEC, Ministry of Digital Economy join hands to explore, regulate virtual assets
EconomyNext: Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Digital Economy and stock market regulator Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have joined hands to explore
03
Jul
Sri Lanka services expand in May 2026 as business activity rebounds: PMI
EconomyNext: Sri Lanka’s services sector expanded in May 2026 as business activity rebounded, according to a Purchasing Managers Index compiled by
03
Jul
Sri Lanka looks for international investors for 108 acres near southern port
EconomyNext: Sri Lanka’s cabinet has greenlit a plan to call investors to develop 108 acres of land in Hambantota for an
01
Jul
Sri Lanka-JICA target to restart construction of Terminal 2 at BIA in November
Daily FT: The long-delayed second passenger terminal project at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) moved a step closer to resumption following high-level
01
Jul
CHEC reaffirms confidence in Sri Lanka following talks with President
Daily FT: President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC) Chairman Bai Yinzhan and a company delegation at
01
Jul
Port City Colombo forum in Dubai positions Sri Lanka as South Asia’s gateway for UAE biz expansion
Newswire: The Embassy of Sri Lanka in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Dubai
01
Jul
Sri Lankan Embassy in Qatar hosts Ceylon tea tasting evening
Newswire: The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Qatar launched its year‑long golden jubilee celebrations of diplomatic ties with a Ceylon Tea
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Jun
Sri Lanka to launch export plan targeting $ 36 billion by 2030
EconomyNext: Sri Lanka is set to launch its strategic export roadmap for the next five years with the primary objective to
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Jun
Indo-Lanka Chamber hosts dialogue on Sri Lanka’s investment future
Daily Mirror: The Indo-Lanka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ILCCI), affiliated to The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, hosted an interactive session
22
Jun
Vauxhall DSTRCT surpasses 300 apartment sales within first three months of launch
Daily Mirror: John Keells Properties (JKP) has announced that Vauxhall DSTRCT, its newest residential development in the heart of Colombo, has
22
Jun
Sri Lanka opens first boat launching ramp in Beruwala to boost boat export industry
Newswire: Sri Lanka’s first Boat Launching Ramp was officially opened recently at the Beruwala Fisheries Harbour, marking a significant step in
18
Jun
EDB and NMRA unite to drive Sri Lanka’s pharmaceutical export growth
Daily FT: A special discussion was recently held in Colombo to address barriers hindering Sri Lanka’s pharmaceutical export sector and to
18
Jun
Sri Lanka mulls making tourist spots zero emission zones
EconomyNext: Sri Lanka’s government is considering transforming tourist zones into “Zero Emission” zones in the future, the government information department has
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Jun
CICT handles record 2,241-tonne battery cargo for Sri Lanka grid
EconomyNext: Sri Lanka’s Colombo International Container Terminals (CICT) said it successfully handled a 2,241 tonne Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), in
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Jun
Sri Lankan Mango varieties take centre stage in Bahrain
Newswire: Sri Lankan mangoes took centre stage at Bahrain’s vibrant Mango festivals this May and June, featured prominently by two of
18
Jun
Sri Lanka’s DCD targets $ 300 million Ceylon Cinnamon exports in 2026
The Morning: The Department of Cinnamon Development (DCD) is targeting $ 300 million in Ceylon Cinnamon export earnings in 2026, building
18
Jun
Sri Lanka to overhaul petroleum infrastructure
The Morning: Sri Lanka is set to embark on a sweeping overhaul of its petroleum infrastructure, with State energy institutions collectively
17
Jun
HNB, Hayleys partner to boost agricultural growth via mechanization
Daily FT: HNB PLC has entered into a strategic partnership with Hayleys Agriculture Holdings Ltd. to expand leasing solutions for modern
17
Jun
Sri Lanka gets new global marina front address from Prime-Melwa
Daily FT: Prime and Melwa have unveiled the Prime Marina Sales Suite at Port City Colombo, a first of its kind
17
Jun
Home Lands says 50% of Port City twin tower project sold ahead of launch
Daily FT: Home Lands says it has pre-sold 50% of the units in its upcoming Central Park Boulevard Port City Colombo
17
Jun
Embassy of Sri Lanka and VJSC Co. host tourism promotion event in Viet Nam
Daily FT: The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Viet Nam, in collaboration with VJSC Co., Ltd., successfully co-hosted a tourism promotion
17
Jun
New investments reinforce Colombo Port City’s role as growth catalyst
Daily FT: Colombo Port City reached a significant milestone in its development as a leading regional business and investment destination following
17
Jun
BOI holds fourth Japan-Sri Lanka investment dialogue
The Morning: Sri Lanka’s Board of Investment (BOI) convened the fourth Working-Level Meeting of the Japan-Sri Lanka Committee on Business Environment
12
Jun
300 MW of renewable energy projects underway in Sri Lanka, deputy minister outlines plans
Newswire: Deputy Minister of Energy Arkam Ilyas says Sri Lanka cannot rely on battery storage alone for its energy transition, stressing the need
12
Jun
AI and Data Analytics Summit 2026 drives nation’s digital future
Daily Mirror: The AI and Data Analytics Summit 2026 organised by the Sri Lanka Section of BCS, the Chartered Institute for
12
Jun
Pelwatte Dairy commissions Sri Lanka’s largest dairy effluent treatment plant
Daily Mirror: Pelwatte Dairy Industries Limited has commissioned its state-of-the-art Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) at its Buttala manufacturing facility, marking a
12
Jun
Belavia to resume flights to Sri Lanka
The Morning: Belavia has announced the resumption of flights to Sri Lanka starting 27 October. The route will be operated on
12
Jun
Sri Lankan sapphire “Peacock of Ceylon” fetches over Rs. 500 million at Geneva auction
Daily FT: A rare Sri Lankan sapphire has fetched approximately USD 1.75 million at a prestigious international auction, with the 102.40-carat
12
Jun
HayWind receives first 25 MW turbines for Mannar wind farm
Daily FT: HayWind One Ltd., the wind energy arm of Hayleys Fentons Ltd., has achieved a major milestone in the development