Sri Lanka strengthens business confidence with commercial mediation framework

Sri Lanka strengthens business confidence with commercial mediation framework

Sri Lanka has taken a major step towards strengthening business confidence with the introduction of a modern commercial mediation framework aimed at providing businesses with a faster, confidential and internationally aligned mechanism to resolve disputes while preserving valuable commercial relationships. The milestone was marked by the inaugural Corporate Mediation Pledge Ceremony organised by the International […]

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Vehicle imports generate massive Rs. 896.4 Bn in customs taxes

Vehicle imports generate massive Rs. 896.4 Bn in customs taxes

The Motor vehicle imports generated a massive Rs. 896.4 billion in customs taxes, highlighting the sector’s importance to government finances, the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce Motor Vehicle Industry Report 2025/26 said. The report further states with over 15 local vehicle assembly plants and policies mandating at least 20% domestic content, the industry is steadily shifting […]

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ComBank continues support for young talent with ‘Arunalu Siththam 2026’

ComBank continues support for young talent with ‘Arunalu Siththam 2026’

The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has opened a new season of creativity with the launch of ‘Arunalu Siththam 2026,’ inviting children to translate imagination into art in one of Sri Lanka’s most inclusive and far-reaching competitions for young talent. With entries closing September 15 2026, this much-loved island-wide and international competition calls on children aged […]

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BOI Calls for Daily Commitment to Environmental Protection and Sustainable Production

BOI Calls for Daily Commitment to Environmental Protection and Sustainable Production

Director General Dr. Sulakshana Jayawardena emphasizes anchoring sustainability in verifiable practice, not observance alone The Board of Investment of Sri Lanka (BOI) marked Environment Day with an awareness and action programme held at the BOI auditorium, where Director General Dr. Sulakshana Jayawardena called on BOI staff to treat environmental protection as a daily discipline rather […]

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Govt. unveils plan to transform Delft into Sri Lanka’s first zero-emission eco-tourism destination

Govt. unveils plan to transform Delft into Sri Lanka’s first zero-emission eco-tourism destination

The  Government has launched an ambitious initiative to develop Delft Island into Sri Lanka’s first Zero-Emission  Eco-Tourism Destination, marking a significant step towards promoting sustainable tourism while preserving one of the country’s most unique natural and cultural landscapes. The proposal was discussed during a special site inspection and stakeholder consultation led by Deputy Minister of Tourism Prof. Ruwan Ranasinghe, […]

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EDB intensifies drive to boost graphite exports through value addition

EDB intensifies drive to boost graphite exports through value addition

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) is stepping up efforts to expand the country’s graphite industry by promoting value addition, strengthening industry partnerships and increasing access to international markets, as part of a broader strategy to boost mineral export earnings. As part of this initiative, a team of EDB officials recently visited Bogala Graphite […]

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Pan Asia Bank appoints new Chairman and Deputy Chairperson

Pan Asia Bank appoints new Chairman and Deputy Chairperson

Pan Asia Bank has announced the appointment of  B D A Perera as Chairman of the Bankand Ayodhya Iddawela Perera as Deputy Chairperson with effect from 3 rd August 2026, further strengthening the Bank’s leadership as it continues to advance its strategic priorities and long-term growth agenda. Perera succeeds to the role after serving on […]

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