Business Today Sri Lanka - April 2005

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Above all, he strives for decency - a rare stand in today's context of politics. Educated in Sri Lanka, Europe, and the US, a successful entrepreneur, Milinda Moragoda, entered politics in 2000 to contribute to making a difference. In many ways, he already has.

Mohamed V Muhsin, a Sri Lankan national, is the Vice President and Chief Information Officer at The World Bank.

The Sri Lanka-Pakistan Free Trade Agreement (FTA) which will come into effect shortly is expected to present many opportunities for both local and Pakistani entrepreneurs. Dr Saman Kelegama, Executive Director of the Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) explained the anticipated impact of the FTA on the local trading sector, and why local entrepreneurs must act early to make optimum use of this new market.

Chandra Schaffter is well known for insurance, cricket, and his trademark long tresses. He is greatly respected among fellow corporate leaders for being honest and just in his dealings, whether in business or sports.