Business Today Sri Lanka Magazine - March 2006

In this issue

This is the story of a housing scheme funded by H L de Mel and Company and built by the JVP. A story of a model project – involving the labor, endurance, and hard work of those dedicated to making a difference in the lives of people who need it the most.
Dr Chung Mong-joon is a man with a presence. A son of the late Chung Ju-yung, the Founder Chairman of the Hyundai Group in Korea, he hasn't rested on his family's laurels. He was the Chairman of Hyundai Heavy Industries during its growth period.
Kris Canekeratne, Co-founded Virtusa in 1996 based on his core belief that software development practices could and should embrace the same efficiencies achieved by mature industries such as automotive and manufacturing.
The JVP is the only single political party to field 4,914 candidates for 277 local government bodies in 22 districts in the country. By this measure alone, the JVP has every claim to be considered as a national political party, says Tilvin Silva, General Secretary of the JVP.
Tiran Alles, Chairman of the Airport and Aviation Services, discussed both the structural and managerial changes that have taken place within the AASL and also set the record straight regarding the controversy surrounding him and his alleged involvement as the go-between for the government and LTTE.
Priyantha Kariyapperuma, Chairman, National Lotteries Board discussed the improvements he has made and the future plans he has for the NLB.