Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya yesterday called on the private sector to take calculated risks, invest in workforce development and help create meaningful employment opportunities at home, warning that the country’s transformation cannot be left to the Government alone. Addressing the Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2026 organised by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, […]
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Sri Lanka’s financial system remained stable during the first half of 2026, supported by economic recovery, improved fiscal performance and adequate capital and liquidity buffers, although rising household borrowing and external uncertainties pose emerging risks, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) said. In its Financial Stability Review 2026, released yesterday, the Central Bank highlighted […]
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Reinforcing its commitment to digital education and future-ready skills, the Commercial Bank of Ceylon has reached a significant milestone in its contribution to Sri Lanka’s education sector with the opening of its 200th STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) classroom at Agamethi Balika Maha Vidyalaya in Panadura. This facility extends a long running programme that […]
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David Pieris Group (DPG), one of Sri Lanka’s leading diversified conglomerates, continues to strengthen its commitment to responsible business practices by investing in the development and awareness of its key product & services providers. As part of this ongoing commitment, the group organised an Awareness, Compliance & DPG Good Practices for approximately 70 outsourced service […]
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Alumex PLC, a member of the Hayleys Group and a leading manufacturer of aluminium extrusions in Sri Lanka, has won a Bronze Award in the ‘Best AI Solution in Manufacturing & Industry 5.0’ category at the National AI Awards 2026 on 30th September. The award was bestowed under the auspices of the Ministry of Digital […]
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JETOUR, the world’s fastest-growing SUV brands, continues to strengthen its presence in Sri Lanka with the opening of its second showroom at Colombo City Centre, bringing the brand’s growing range of SUVs and contemporary customer experience closer to consumers in the heart of Colombo. Since entering the Sri Lankan market, JETOUR has continued to build […]
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Powered by SLID & ACCA to Upskill Sri Lanka’s Corporate Governance & Decision makers Sustainability is increasingly shaping how organisations approach strategy, risk, governance and long-term value creation. For Directors and senior executives, understanding these areas is becoming essential to making informed decisions and responding to changing regulatory, stakeholder and business expectations. Recognizing this need, […]
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High-level engagements strengthen regional partnerships and advance Port City Colombo’s Gulf investment strategy Port City Colombo hosted an exclusive investor forum at The St. Regis Abu Dhabi on 25th September 2026, bringing together senior UAE business leaders, investors, and institutional stakeholders for a focused morning of dialogue on Sri Lanka’s investment proposition and the opportunities […]
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Seylan Bank PLC, has surpassed LKR 1 trillion in total assets, marking a significant milestone in the Bank’s growth journey and strengthening its position among Sri Lanka’s leading private sector banks. The Bank reached the milestone in September 2026, becoming the fourth private sector bank in Sri Lanka to achieve this landmark. Surpassing LKR 1 […]
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In response to emerging climate risks, the Commercial Bank of Ceylon has launched a proactive initiative through its Development Credit Department, to equip Sri Lanka’s agricultural sector against the potential impacts of the 2026 El Niño climate pattern. Seeking to move the industry from reactive loss management to early climate preparedness, the Bank partnered with […]
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