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Acuity Knowledge Partners launches RFP Pulse to help asset managers win new mandates
ACUITY Knowledge Partners' RFP Pulse, a managed digital solution, is designed to transform how asset and wealth managers respond to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Due Diligence Questionnaires (DDQs).
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July 14, 2025
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Bond yields trade on narrow band
Foreign holding in Rupee Treasuries records net inflow Money market liquidity increases Rupee depreciates
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July 14, 2025
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IATA expresses disappointment over misguided Solidarity Levy proposal
THE International Air Transport Association (IATA) has expressed its deep disappointment at the recommendation of the Global Solidarity Levies Task Force (GSLTF) to target air transportation in its aim to \"improve domestic revenue mobilisation of developing countries and support international solidarity (in particular with regards to climate change mitigation and adaptation, pandemics and other development challenges).
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July 14, 2025
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Pelwatte Dairy Industries appoints Rajive Silva as Non-Executive Board Director
PELWATTE Dairy Industries has announced the appointment of Rajive Silva as its new Non-Executive Board Director.
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July 14, 2025
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DIMO Agribusinesses elevates farmers into agripreneurs
DIMO Agribusinesses promotes data-driven farming and professional consultancy in agriculture to transform local farmers into agripreneurs, equipping them with the necessary entrepreneurial mindset and practical knowledge. Tis transformation is pivotal in unlocking the true potential of Sri Lanka's agriculture sector by empowering farmers to approach agriculture asa sustainable and profitable business venture.
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July 14, 2025
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Intervest initiates next growth phase in Sri Lanka
■Sets up second office at Mireka Tower, Havelock City
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July 14, 2025
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CIC Seeds breaks new ground with export of hybrid chilli seeds to Bangladesh
FOLLOWING the successful production of hybrid seeds in Sri Lanka, CIC Seeds has exported a consignment of hybrid chilli seeds to Bangladesh where trials will be carried out to investigate the feasibility of its growth in the South Asian country.
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July 14, 2025
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Defending champs Ace Capital CC break losing sequence
SLC Major Clubs 50-Over Tournament
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July 14, 2025
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Bridjin enters Transaction Advisory Space with one of largest mergers and acquisitions deals
ONE of Sri Lanka’s largest mergers and acquisitions was recently concluded between the promoter shareholders of East West Properties PLC and business magnate Dhammika Perera with Brigjin as the transaction advisor to the promoter shareholders.
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July 14, 2025
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Prestige in every stroke: 114th Shakespeare Shield on 20 July at RCGC
THE Shakespeare Shield returns to the Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) on Sunday, 20 July 2025, for its 114th edition, continuing its legacy as Sri Lanka's oldest and most prestigious corporate golf tournament.
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July 14, 2025
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Reshan and Jacob to tee off in Indonesia
SRI Lanka’s top ranked junior golfer, Reshan Algama, and upcoming youngster, Jacob Norton, will represent Sri Lanka at the Medco Pondok Indah International Amateur Golf Championships 2025 which will tee off tomorrow in Jakarta, Indonesia. This tournament will be worked off over 3 days.
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July 14, 2025
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High-level panel sparks insightful dialogue on Sri Lanka's new Public Debt Management Framework
THE Association of Primary Dealers hosted an exclusive panel discussion titled “The Future of Public Debt Management in Sri Lanka” on 8 July 2025 at the Galle Face Hotel, bringing together senior professionals from across the financial sector to examine the implications of the newly enacted Public Debt Management Act No. 33 of 2024.
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July 14, 2025
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Sinetcom and Sophos empower partners to deliver cybersecurity expertise at Boot Camp
IN a strategic move to elevate its partner networks' technical capability and consultative strength, Sinetcom, in partnership with global cybersecurity leader Sophos, hosted a focused Partner Boot Camp on 13 and 14 June at the Suriya Resort, Waikkal.
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July 14, 2025
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MMA-SLAP Round Table 2025 Conference and Hidden Gems Awards
THE Round Table 2025 Conference and the Hidden Gems Awards, organised by the Mumbai Mudrak Sangh (MMS) in association with the Sri Lanka Association of Printers (SLAP), was held at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo on 10 and 11 July.
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July 14, 2025
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Expertise France boosts access to sustainable finance in Sri Lanka
Empowering Sri Lanka's Green Transition through sustainable finance
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July 14, 2025
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Driving the strong economic relationship between Sri Lanka and France
Understanding the evolving economic factors
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July 14, 2025
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Acentura to hold 3rd digital transformation workshop for manufacturing companies in EPZ
ACENTURA, a technology solutions provider has announced its third digital transformation workshop at Biyagama EPZ following insightful events at the Seethawaka and Katunayake BOI zones.
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July 14, 2025
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UK High Commissioner Nimal Senadheera meets Commonwealth Secretary-General
SRI Lankan High Commissioner to the UK Nimal Senadheera called on Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey at Marlborough House on 10 July to discuss ongoing collaboration and shared priorities.
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July 14, 2025
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Sri Lanka-France ties strengthen with € 540 m trade, port security, and tourism boost
FOLLOWING a year marked by €540 million in bilateral trade and $485 million in French investment, France is seeking deeper engagement with Sri Lanka by expanding its tourism ties, supporting maritime security, and reinforcing regional cooperation, said French Ambassador Rémi Lambert recently.
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July 14, 2025
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France and Sri Lanka united for a healthier environment: a cooperation project supported by AFD to measure air quality in Colombo
In a global context where air quality has become a necessity for public health and environmental protection, an innovative on public environment project has been launched in Colombo in September 2023.
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July 14, 2025
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Fostering France Sri Lanka cooperation in agriculture sector
Shaping a sustainable diary sector
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July 14, 2025
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Empowering through innovation: A digital lifeline for visually impaired youth
JCI Colombo Central and EFC launch English language communication skills and ICT training for visually impaired youth
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July 14, 2025
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Rubber products...
The Association highlighted that Sri Lanka’s tyre exports face a significant threat from the new 30% US tariff. Vietnam currently faces only a 20% tariff, while India’s rate is yet to be finalised.
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July 14, 2025
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Govt. assures CEB trade unions on employee rights, public ownership
Energy Minister Eng. Kumara Jayakody meets 42 trade unions to discuss draft Bill and provide feedback Assures restructuring will protect staff privileges Unions welcome dialogue, commend Govt-s stance on public ownership Pledge boost for reforms that ensure transparency, protect their rights; extend support for inclusive restructuring process
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July 14, 2025
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Ireland's Curtis sets record with 5 wickets off 5 balls
IRELAND international Curtis Campher said his Munster Reds teammates were \"in shock\" as he became the first male cricketer to take five wickets from five balls in a professional game.
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July 14, 2025
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Celebrating 200 years of coffee: Sri Lanka Coffee Festival returns to highlands for fourth edition
THE Department of Export Agriculture (DEA), in collaboration with Australia’s Market Development Facility (MDF), and the Lanka Coffee Association (LCA), successfully hosted the fourth-annual Sri Lanka Coffee Festival on 8 and 9 July in Kandy.
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July 14, 2025
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Oman Air joins oneworld Alliance
ONEWORLD on 30 June welcomed Oman Air as its 15th member airline. As the flag carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, Oman Air strengthens the alliance’s presence across the Middle East and unlocks new opportunities for global travel.
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July 14, 2025
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ComBank wins six top honours at Asian Banking and Finance Awards 2025
THE Commercial Bank of Ceylon has reaffirmed its leadership in Sri Lanka's banking sector with a stellar performance at the Asian Banking and Finance (ABF) Awards 2025, winning six prestigious accolades across the Retail, Wholesale, and Corporate and Investment Banking categories.
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July 14, 2025
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A tribute to late Rienzie Wijetilleke
A tribute to the late Rienzie Wijetilleke, a man who left an indelible mark on the banking sector. When he took over as the Managing Director of Hatton National Bank in the late 1980s, he revolutionised the banking industry. I was working at the Nuwara Eliya branch at that time, where most of our banking activities were centred on trade, small industries, and agriculture.
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July 14, 2025
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My View issues 750th piece when Trump enforces unilaterally 30% tariff on Sri Lanka
WITH this 750th piece, My View completes fourteen and a half years of unbeaten record. First appearing in January 2011,1 it has been published as an opinion column on every Monday, and if Monday is a holiday, the next working day. It is meant for those who are not conversant with economics and not for professional economists, though there are some belonging to this latter category being its regular readers.
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