Billionaire Binod Chaudhary says bond with Sri Lanka stronger
Daily FT: Nepal’s only Forbes-listed billionaire and longstanding investor in Sri Lanka Dr. Binod Chaudhary last week expressed optimism about South
21
May
News
21
May
India–Sri Lanka Business Forum highlights new momentum in trade, investment and connectivity
Daily FT: The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), organised the India–Sri Lanka Business
21
May
Sri Lanka’s BOI mulls extension of investor residence visas
The Morning: The Board of Investment (BOI) is considering extending the duration of its long-term residence visa programme offered to investors,
21
May
Sri Lanka’s Hayleys’ Dipped Products PLC invests Rs. 2.3 billion in manufacturing
The Morning: Dipped Products PLC (DPL), a subsidiary of Hayleys PLC, recently announced a Rs. 2.3 billion into its hand-glove manufacturing
21
May
Pepsi Lipton leadership visits Dynawash Sri Lanka to witness sustainable “Tea Dye” innovation
Daily FT: Dynawash Ltd., a leading apparel washing and finishing specialist in Sri Lanka, continues to drive sustainable innovation with its
19
May
LAUGFS Power commissions 2 MW mini hydro plant in Ginigathhena
Daily FT: LAUGFS Power PLC said it has successfully commissioned and connected a 2 MW mini hydro power plant in Polpitiya,
19
May
Prime Melwa unveils world class marina living at Port City Colombo
Daily Mirror: Prime Melwa Port City (Pvt) Ltd signed the Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA) with CHEC Port City Colombo (Pvt)
19
May
FinTech World Cup Regional Competition names Indian and Sri Lankan companies joint winners
Daily Mirror: The Fintech Association of Sri Lanka has announced that RealX and NanoSoft Global have emerged as the joint winners
19
May
Sri Lanka, UAE explore deeper trade ties and port sector cooperation
Daily FT: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Sri Lanka yesterday discussed expanding bilateral trade and economic cooperation, with a focus
19
May
Vidullanka to invest Rs. 2 billion for 49% stake in Storex BESS venture
Daily FT: Vidullanka PLC is to invest approximately Rs. 2 billion for a 49% stake in Storex Ltd., following a restructuring
19
May
Sri Lanka explores trade, investment cooperation with ICC in Türkiye
EconomyNext: Sri Lanka’s Embassy in Türkiye explored trade and investment cooperation with the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce while focusing on new
19
May
Home Lands signs SPA with CHEC Port City to develop twin tower high-rise
The Morning: Marking a historic milestone in the progressive development of Port City Colombo which is widely regarded as the turning
15
May
Cabinet nods 99-year lease plan for prime Kottawa land under mixed development project
Daily FT: As part of efforts to unlock the commercial value of underutilised urban land, the Cabinet of Ministers on Monday
15
May
Cabinet green lights Rs. 1 billion programme to restore rural irrigation systems
Daily FT: In a bid to improve rural agricultural productivity and enhance water security in farming communities, the Cabinet of Ministers
15
May
Sri Lanka to call international bids for liquor tamper seal
EconomyNext: Sri Lanka’s cabinet has approved a proposal to call bids from international service providers for the provision of security stamps
15
May
Sri Lanka opens airport next to Chinese-owned sea port for foreign investors
EconomyNext: Sri Lanka has invited foreign investors to operate the Chinese-built airport in the country’s deep southern district of Hambantota, the
15
May
EU-funded Green Recovery Facility drives recognition for Sri Lanka’s Sustainable Bonds
Daily FT: Sri Lanka’s sustainable finance sector has gained regional recognition at the Environmental Finance Sustainable Debt Awards 2026. This progress
15
May
Sri Lanka must capture more of India’s outbound travel boom, says Tourism Deputy Minister
Daily FT: Sri Lanka must urgently reposition itself to capture a greater share of India’s rapidly expanding outbound travel market, Deputy
15
May
Sri Lanka, Viet Nam set $1 billion trade target during state visit
EconomyNext: Sri Lanka and Viet Nam have set a target to increase bilateral trade to 1 billion dollars by 2030, following
15
May
German investors to participate GBF 2026 in Colombo in May
EconomyNext: Potential German foreign direct investors will visit Sri Lanka later this month when the island nation hosts German Business Forum
15
May
Sri Lanka’s EDB and Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry meet
The Morning: A business meeting between the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) delegation and the Sri Lanka Export Development
15
May
Sri Lanka eyes 6G research centre by late 2026
The Morning: Sri Lanka is planning to establish a dedicated research centre for 6G and next-generation wireless technologies by the third
15
May
New jetty at Sri Lanka’s Trincomalee Port in 18 months
The Morning: Sri Lanka is reportedly aiming to complete the construction of a new jetty at the Trincomalee Port and associated
15
May
Vietjet to launch direct Colombo-Ho Chi Minh City flights
Newswire: Vietjet Air has announced its first direct flights between Sri Lanka and Vietnam, with a new Colombo-Ho Chi Minh City
12
May
Colombo Port records 22% growth in container throughput in April
Daily FT: The Port of Colombo (POC) has recorded a significant increase in container handling volumes during the first four months
12
May
Climate finance: Sri Lanka’s GSS+ bonds rally € 186 m since 2023, says EU
The Morning: Sri Lanka’s Green, Social, Sustainability, and Sustainability-Linked (GSS+) bond issuances have rallied € 186 million or Rs. 85 billion
12
May
Cross-border payments: PayPal to be enabled in Sri Lanka from 15 May
The Morning: In a major step forward for Sri Lanka’s digital economy and foreign exchange inflows, the Sri Lankan Government has
12
May
U.S. removes temporary ban on Sri Lanka blue swimming crab exports
EconomyNext: The United States (U.S.) has removed a temporary ban imposed on Sri Lanka’s blue swimming crabs after the island nation
11
May
Sri Lanka moving to stabilise electricity grid with software and battery storage, says Minister
EconomyNext: Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Power and Energy is implementing technical reforms, including the procurement of specialised software and battery storage
11
May
Sri Lanka calls for RFIs to launch Green Hydrogen, Ammonia projects
EconomyNext: Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Energy and the Board of Investment (BoI) have called for Requests for Information (RFI) for the
11
May
East Asia currency volatility to benefit Sri Lanka rubber manufacturers
The Morning: Global foreign exchange volatility in rubber products manufacturing countries such as Malaysia, Thailand, and China, offers Sri Lanka’s rubber
11
May
Sri Lanka’s property sector sees opening as Investors seek safer ground
The Morning: Sri Lanka has an opportunity to position itself as an emerging real estate investment destination, but industry stakeholders say
08
May
Sri Lanka explores faster, digital overhaul of Aswesuma beneficiary identification
Daily FT: A high-level discussion was held at the Finance Ministry to streamline and strengthen the identification and listing of beneficiaries
08
May
Singer Sri Lanka invests Rs. 630 million to expand local manufacturing
Daily FT: Hayleys Group company Singer (Sri Lanka) PLC yesterday said it has entered into an agreement to acquire a factory
08
May
MSC INGY call in Sri Lanka sets new handling record at CICT
EconomyNext: Colombo International Container Terminals (CICT) recorded its highest single-vessel performance, handling 10,407 container moves, about 15,113 TEUs, when MSC INGY
08
May
Sri Lanka’s tourism task force focuses on cable car projects and visa-free entry
The Morning: The Government is considering the introduction of cable car facilities at key tourist destinations, including Sri Pada, as part
06
May
Sri Lanka unveils comprehensive National Event Calendar
Daily FT: The Event Management Association (EMA) of Sri Lanka recently unveiled the official Sri Lanka Event Calendar at a ceremony
06
May
Firstdoctor reinforces role of telemedicine as Sri Lanka adapts to mobility constraints
Daily FT: Firstdoctor Ltd., is reinforcing the role of telemedicine as a practical and reliable solution for patients seeking medical care
06
May
Sri Lanka strengthens global presence at Techtextil and Texprocess 2026
Daily FT: Sri Lanka concluded a successful participation at Techtextil 2026 and Texprocess 2026, marked by strong international engagement, valuable business
06
May
Sri Lanka looks for investors for land in the heart of Colombo
EconomyNext: Sri Lanka will call for investment proposals for a land on Maradana Road, Colombo 10, belonging to the Urban Development
06
May
Sri Lanka’s HIP sets new container throughput record with MSC vessel
Daily FT: Hambantota International Port (HIP) successfully handled container vessel MSC Marie Leslie, marking one of its highest-volume vessel calls to
06
May
Sri Lanka’s WindForce to get $ 18 million loan from IFC
EconomyNext: Sri Lanka energy firm WindForce has said it has entered into a loan agreement with the International Finance Corporation (IFC)
06
May
Sri Lanka tech firms net $ 2 million in prospects in Tokyo
EconomyNext: 10 Sri Lanka ICT companies were able to enter the Japanese market, generate over 300 leads and networking outcomes at
06
May
Sri Lanka and China agree for joint initiatives on tourism under BRI
EconomyNext: Sri Lanka and China have agreed on a raft of joint initiatives to boost the tourism industry under the Belt
06
May
Sri Lanka’s Customs drafts new e-commerce regulations
The Morning: Sri Lanka Customs has commenced drafting new regulations to govern the clearance of e-commerce goods, which will be submitted
06
May
Sri Lanka to call fresh Expressions of Interest for MRIA in May
The Morning: The Ministry of Ports and Civil Aviation has revealed plans to call for fresh Expressions of Interest (EOIs) under
06
May
Sri Lanka’s tea prices rise despite loss of Iranian market
The Morning: Tea prices at Sri Lanka’s local auctions have risen above pre-crisis levels despite a significant drop in export volumes
06
May
Sri Lanka moves to secure GI status for Ceylon golden pineapple
The Morning: Sri Lanka has applied for local registration of Geographical Indication (GI) status for Ceylon golden pineapple with the National
27
Apr
Mastercard strengthens Sri Lanka’s digital payments ecosystem with two major launches
Daily Mirror: Mastercard has announced the launch of two new payment solutions in Sri Lanka—Soundbox and Cloud Commerce marking a major
27
Apr
VentureTECH invests in Sri Lankan-founded cybersecurity company DeltaSpike
Daily Mirror: DeltaSpike, a Sri Lankan-founded cybersecurity technology company headquartered in Malaysia, has secured a strategic investment from VentureTECH, a Malaysian