Sri Lankans eye EVs and hybrids amid rising fuel costs, says BYD’s local agent
EconomyNext: Sri Lanka may see a rise in demand for electric and hybrid vehicles amidst the rise in fuel costs, a
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Sri Lanka’s Thema Collection gets recognition at ITB Berlin
Daily FT: In recognition of its commitment to advancing women’s participation and leadership in Sri Lanka’s hospitality sector, Amba Yaalu Kandalama
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Mar
HP outlines 5-pillar strategy to enable digital inclusion and growth in Sri Lanka
Daily FT: HP has reinforced its long-term commitment to Sri Lanka’s digital transformation journey at a media roundtable led by the
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Mar
Sri Lanka showcases Ceylon Tea excellence at Prodexpo 2026 in Russia
Daily FT: Sri Lanka made a strong and impactful presence at Prodexpo 2026, the largest international food and beverage exhibition in
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Mar
Sri Lanka’s BOI to hold ‘Invest in Sri Lanka’ Forum on 30 March
Daily FT: The Board of Investment (BOI) Sri Lanka will host the Sri Lanka Investment Forum 2026 as the Government seeks
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Nestlé Lanka rings in 120 years, unveils Rs. 9 billion investment push
Daily FT: Nestlé Lanka is set to invest Rs. 9 billion over the next four years to expand its manufacturing operations
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Sri Lanka’s Aliya Beer expands to global markets
Daily FT: DCSL Breweries Lanka Ltd., has announced the international launch of Aliya Beer, the latest beer brand to emerge from
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Mar
Millennium IT ESP gets Rs 2.2 billion Oracle contract for Sri Lanka Customs
EconomyNext: Sri Lanka’s cabinet has approved a proposal to award a contract worth Rs. 2,197.96 million, excluding taxes, to Millennium I.T.E.S.P.
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Web3Interactive, Immersive Labs launch immersive real estate tech in Sri Lanka
Daily FT: Web3Interactive LLC, a UAE-based immersive technology company headquartered in Dubai, is introducing advanced real estate visualisation and immersive sales
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Thailand Week 2026 concludes in Sri Lanka with strengthened trade ties
Daily FT: Thailand Week 2026, a three-day business opportunity fair, concluded yesterday at Havelock City Mall following a successful exhibition that
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Sri Lanka’s National Export Roadmap presented to private sector
The Morning: The ‘National Export Roadmap: The CEO Forum’, which is to help calibrate the future course of Sri Lanka’s export
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GI for Ceylon Tea nearing completion
The Morning: The Sri Lanka Tea Board (SLTB) has announced that the process of obtaining Geographical Indication (GI) certification for Ceylon
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JICA gives Sri Lanka’s RDA drones to boost landslide prevention
EconomyNext: The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has given Sri Lanka’s Road Development Authority (RDA) advanced drones as part of a
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BELGOLUX–Sri Lanka Business Evening held in Belgium
Daily FT: The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Belgium in collaboration with the BELGOLUX–Sri Lanka Business Council (BLSBC) successfully hosted the
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Home Lands announces strategic entry into Port City with iconic high-rise development
Daily FT: Home Lands has secured an over three-acre premium mixed-use land parcel at Port City Colombo in a landmark transaction
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Sri Lanka records highest-ever monthly tourist arrivals in February
Daily FT: Sri Lanka’s tourism industry has stormed into 2026 with record-breaking momentum, welcoming 279,328 visitors in February, whilst recording the
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Mar
Sri Lanka’s first blue bond dually listed on NSE IX at GIFT City
The Morning: Sri Lanka’s first-ever Rs. 3 billion blue bond issuance by DFCC Bank has been dually listed on the NSE
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Sri Lanka’s Hambantota International Port adds six-hectare RoRo yard to lift vehicle capacity
The Morning: Hambantota International Port (HIP) has commissioned a six-hectare Roll-on/Roll-off yard under Stage I of Phase II of its RoRo
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Sri Lanka’s UDA to open Otter Aquatic Club land for investment
The Morning: The Urban Development Authority (UDA) has revealed plans to open the Otter Aquatic Club land for investment opportunities once
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Sri Lanka’s Hingurakgoda Airport runway set to finish by end-2026
The Morning: The new runway at Hingurakgoda Airport, initiated under the previous regime reportedly without a business plan, is forecast to
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Mar
Batik Air resumes Colombo-Kuala Lumpur flights from end March with four weekly services
Daily FT: Batik Air will relaunch operations to Sri Lanka from 30 March with four weekly flights between Colombo and Kuala
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Sri Lanka positions for Indian Ocean seaweed leadership at India Expo 2026
Daily FT: Sri Lanka is positioning itself as an emerging player in the Indian Ocean seaweed economy, following its recent participation
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Sri Lanka’s exports increased 13.71% y-o-y in January
The Morning: Sri Lanka’s export sector recorded a year-on-year growth of 13.71%, with total export earnings reaching $ 1,532.6 million in
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Sri Lanka’s Board of Investment projects near $ 12 billion in 2025
The Morning: Investment projects under the purview of the Board of Investment (BOI) were worth nearly $ 12 billion by the
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Sri Lanka targets $ 4 billion tourism revenue in 2026 with interim global PR push in April
Daily FT: Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is entering a new phase, one driven not by record-breaking arrivals alone, but by a
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Mar
India’s DTDC inks deal with Prompt Xpress International to enhance logistics in Sri Lanka
Daily FT: Global logistics company DTDC Express Ltd., has partnered with Prompt Xpress International Ltd., to expand its logistics footprint in
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Sri Lanka’s botanical gardens’ revenue surpasses Rs. 1 billion
The Morning: Sri Lanka’s Department of National Botanic Gardens states that the income generated from the country’s botanical gardens exceeded Rs.
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Mar
Sri Lanka’s Mattala Airport to be positioned as tourism gateway says Sri Lanka Tourism
The Morning: The future development and positioning of Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport is being pursued through a joint marketing and operational
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Mar
Sri Lanka pushes to expand 4G broadband communication tower network
Daily FT: The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a revised reimbursement framework to fast-track the implementation of the “Communication to the
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Mar
Belluna Lanka, Sanken Overseas launch Rs. 4 billion Granbell Ella project
The Morning: Belluna Lanka Pvt. Ltd., the South Asian arm of Japan’s Belluna Co. Ltd., has partnered with Sanken Overseas (Private)
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Sri Lanka to boost food exports to Saudi Arabia
The Morning: The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Riyadh has conducted its first virtual regulatory workshop to guide Sri Lankan food
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Sri Lanka’s WindForce secures 120 MW standalone BESS projects
The Morning: WindForce PLC has received Letters of Award for 12 standalone Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects under an international
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Manufacturing and services sectors in Sri Lanka kick off 2026 with improvement
Daily FT: The manufacturing and services sectors have kicked off 2026 with expansions, but at a slower rate compared to the
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JETRO Vice President sees Sri Lanka as emerging export hub for Japanese firms
Daily FT: The Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO) Executive Vice President Okumura Akiko yesterday said it is looking to reset and
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Sri Lanka’s airports surpass 1 million passengers in January
The Morning: Airport and Aviation Services Sri Lanka Private Ltd. (AASL) recorded the highest monthly passenger movements in its history, handling
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Feb
Condé Nast Traveller India spotlights Sri Lanka’s Jaffna as a region of profound culture
The Morning: The northern region of Jaffna has captured international attention after Condé Nast Traveller India published a richly detailed feature
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Feb
Home Lands launches 4 brand-new resort apartment projects at Property Investment Roadshow 2026
Daily Mirror: Home Lands Property Investment Roadshow 2026 brought together investors, homeowners and industry stakeholders for a full-day showcase to witness
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EDB to launch first Sri Lanka Pavilion at Fine Food Australia 2026
Daily Mirror: Fine Food Australia 2026 will see its first Sri Lanka Pavilion from August 31 to September 3, 2026, at
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Sri Lanka’s Macktiles launches in Australia, ventures into high-spec global market
Daily FT: Macktiles has launched Macktiles Australia in Victoria, marking a major milestone for Sri Lankan manufacturing and a strategic entry
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Sri Lanka Investment Forum 2026 kicks off in March
Daily FT: The Board of Investment of Sri Lanka (BOI) will host the Sri Lanka Investment Forum 2026 on 30 March
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ADB affirms long-term support for Sri Lanka in meeting with Sri Lanka’s President
Daily FT: The newly appointed Country Director of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for Sri Lanka, Shannon Cowlin, paid a courtesy
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Feb
Sri Lanka sets 2029 target for universal high-speed broadband
Daily FT: Officials of the Digital Economy Ministry outlined plans to provide every citizen with high-speed broadband connectivity by 2029, highlighting
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Boat & Marine Show Sri Lanka ninth edition concludes on high note
Daily FT: The ninth edition of the Boat & Marine Show organised collectively by the Chamber of Marine Industries of Sri
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Feb
EDB strengthens Sri Lanka–Hong Kong trade relations
Daily FT: The Export Development Board (EDB) had a high-level meeting with Honorary Consul of Sri Lanka to Hong Kong Hung
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Feb
Expressions of Interest to be called for MRIA development
The Morning: The Ministry of Ports and Civil Aviation has revealed plans to invite fresh Expressions of Interest (EOIs) under multiple
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Feb
Expert panel recommendations on trade pacts due by June
The Morning: The expert committee appointed by the Cabinet of Ministers to review Sri Lanka’s current and future trade agreements is
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Feb
Sri Lanka seeks proposals for Trinco oil tank development and operation
The Morning: Sri Lanka is set to call for proposals within the next two to three months from interested parties for
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Feb
Sri Lanka’s GovPay completes 1 year, exceeds Rs. 2.7 billion in payments
The Morning: Sri Lanka’s GovPay digital payment platform has marked its first year in operation, processing transactions exceeding Rs. 2.7 billion
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Prospective investor for Sri Lanka’s Hyatt building shows interest in running a casino
EconomyNext: A prospective bidder for Canwill Holdings, a state company that owns Colombo’s half-build ‘Hyatt’ building, has inquired about the possibility
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Sri Lanka showcases investment, trade and tourism potential at FICAC South Asia meet
Daily Mirror: The government is working tirelessly with international partners to position Sri Lanka as a credible regional and global hub