Business Today Sri Lanka Magazine - September 2011

In this issue

The global economic environment has been challenging, with the US and Europe facing extreme difficulties. However, Sri Lanka through it all has remained resilient due to its macroeconomic fundamentals being strengthened through sound policy decisions. Sri Lanka does not blindly follow the world, the country looks within and ensures that it is strong internally, which has enabled it to face external shocks. Governor Ajith Nivard Cabraal is confident that the Sri Lankan economy is on the right track. He is watchful to ensure that no event externally or internally will tilt the sound balance. The Governor believes that Sri Lanka is strong enough if not better than other nations as the country moves forward as the emerging wonder of Asia.
With a plethora of experiences from diverse sectors ranging from medicine to international affairs to business, Dr Chris Nonis has worked and lived in both Sri Lanka and Britain, and as such he is ideally placed to take up the position as the Sri Lankan High Commissioner to Britain.
A success story in the tradition of shirt manufacture, Emerald has played a significant role in promoting men’s fashion in Sri Lanka. Its collection of strong brands, capabilities in producing world-class garments and longstanding presence in the industry are the principal factors of its strong drive into the market. M M M Ihsan, Executive Director and Murad Rahimdeen, General Manager of Emerald discussed the strengths of the organisation, its strategic intent and direction, and future plans.