Sri Lanka could develop gemstones into a strategic foreign exchange asset by establishing a national gem reserve similar to its dollar and gold reserves, while using the initiative to expand
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A team from the International Monetary Fund will be in Sri Lanka from September 10 to 23 for the 7th review of its program, Mission Chief Evan Papageorgiou said in
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Reaffirming its commitment to leading the nation toward a sustainable digital economy, the Commercial Bank of Ceylon has taken its digital payments drive to Jaffna, undertaking its most extensive single-region
Cargills Bank launches ‘Junior Kotipathi’ Investment Savings AccountCargills Bank launches ‘Junior Kotipathi’ Investment Savings Account
Delivering on its commitment to secure the future of all Sri Lankans, Cargills Bank introduced its new ‘Junior Kotipathi’ Investment Savings Account. The product was officially unveiled during a special
DIMO Expands Bosch Diesel Service Network with New Kurunegala FacilityDIMO Expands Bosch Diesel Service Network with New Kurunegala Facility
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A special discussion has been held to expedite the finalisation of the India-Sri Lanka Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) planned for the development of the Kankesanthurai Port (KKS) with the assistance
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While the Colombo Stock Exchange’s All Share Price Index (ASPI) demonstrated a broad-based recovery in August, with both key indices moving upwards, crossings made up 61.5% of the Rs 68.4
Tourist arrivals top 190,000 in AugustTourist arrivals top 190,000 in August
Sri Lanka welcomed 191,704 international tourists in August 2026, with India continuing to dominate the tourism market, according to the latest figures released by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority
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