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Two consecutive monthly deficits narrow current account surplus in Oct.
THE external sector remained robust in the first 10 months of 2025, despite the current account registering a deficit for the second time this year in as many consecutive months in October.
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December 01, 2025
Daily FT
President calls on private sector to support national relief and recovery efforts
PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Saturday underscored the vital role of the business community in supporting both immediate relief operations and the broader program to restore normalcy following the severe weather conditions affecting the country.
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December 01, 2025
Daily FT
Govt. assures steady food supply despite cyclone disruptions
Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development Ministry says no shortages of essential commodities. Urges public to avoid panic buying and warns traders against unfair practices. Flood-affected districts receiving direct deliveries through local authorities Importation and Customs clearance continuing without interruption
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December 01, 2025
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President assures funding capacity for post-Ditwah recovery
Says State has financial room to begin rebuilding immediately Rs. 30 b already available for urgent expenditure; further funds to be raised through new national recovery fund Emergency regulations enable accelerated reconstruction and sector-wide restoration International partners, private sector and overseas Sri Lankans ready to contribute to recovery effort
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December 01, 2025
Daily FT
Ministry begins data collection on weather-related industrial impacts
THE Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Ministry, together with the Industrial Development Board (IDB), has launched an online data collection initiative to assess the impact of recent adverse weather conditions on the country's small and medium-scale industries sector.
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December 01, 2025
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Sri Lanka Tourism activates 24/7 support amid adverse weather impact
Extends visas free-of-charge for tourists whose visas have expired due to current situation Requests airlines to offer full waivers on cancellation, date change fees, along with flexible rebooking policies Introduces simplified verification process, under which a traveller's own declaration of being affected by weather will be sufficient to qualify for concessions Encourages visitors and industry partners to contact Sri Lanka Tourism hotline via 1912 for any urgent assistance
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December 01, 2025
Daily FT
Colombo Land moves to amalgamate Liberty Holdings
COLOMBO Land & Development Company PLC has initiated the amalgamation of its fully owned subsidiary, Liberty Holdings Ltd., with the parent entity.
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December 01, 2025
Daily FT
Stokes determined to bounce back from Perth setback
AUSTRALIA'S dominant win at Perth gave England plenty to think about, but their Captain Ben Stokes isn't giving up on his dreams of becoming the fist England skipper to win the Ashes Down Under since Andrew Strauss' victory in 2010-11.
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December 01, 2025
Daily FT
State imposes sweeping emergency powers
THE Government on Saturday issued an Extraordinary Gazette declaring a State of Public Emergency across the country.
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December 01, 2025
Daily FT
Official portal 'Stand with Sri Lanka' to channel global donations for Cyclone Ditwah relief
THE Government has launched an official donation portal, ‘Stand with Sri Lanka,’ to mobilise financial contributions from the international community, the Sri Lankan diaspora, and local citizens for relief operations following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah.
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December 01, 2025
Daily FT
Pointless Wales humiliated by 11-try South Africa
WORLD champions South Africa humiliated woeful Wales by inflicting a record home defeat on their hosts with 73 points versus zero.
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December 01, 2025
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UN extends solidarity to Sri Lanka amid Ditwah weather crisis
UNITED Nations Resident Representative Marc-André Franche yesterday expressed their deepest solidarity with Sri Lanka in the wake of the Ditwah cyclone.
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December 01, 2025
Daily FT
China issues condolences; says support on the way to SL
CHINA has extended its heartfelt condolences to the victims and sincere sympathies to the bereaved families and flood-stricken people in Sri Lanka following the devastating cyclone which hit across the country last Thursday.
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December 01, 2025
Daily FT
Asia Asset Finance 6M PBT up 150% YoY to Rs. 980 m
ASIA Asset Finance PLC (AAF) has reported a remarkable performance for the six months ended 30 September 2025, with Profit Before Tax (PBT) increasing by 150% year-on-year (YoY) to Rs. 983.06 million, compared to Rs. 392.56 million a year earlier. This growth reflects stronger portfolio quality, efficient credit underwriting, and operational excellence.
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December 01, 2025
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SAGT wins Sector Award at Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Awards 2025
SOUTH Asia Gateway Terminals (SAGT) has been honoured with a Sector Award in the main awards category for the second consecutive year at the Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Awards 2025 held on 19 November, hosted by The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce.
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December 01, 2025
Daily FT
Rising together: The private sector's moment
THE recent cyclone has once again exposed the deep vulnerabilities in Sri Lanka’s physical infrastructure, institutional preparedness, and social protection systems.
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December 01, 2025
Daily FT
Cyclone Ditwa: A storm Sri Lanka saw coming but tourism still paid the price
CYCLONE Ditwa swept across Sri Lanka last ‘week leaving behind devastation the country has not seen in years—over a hundred lives lost, thousands displaced, homes submerged, and key roads cutoff. Families have been torn apart and livelihoods destroyed. Before anything else, it is important to acknowledge this human tragedy with empathy and humility.
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December 01, 2025
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Maldives extends relief support of $ 50,000 and 25,000 tuna cans to Sri Lanka
THE Government of Maldives has decided to extend relief assistance to Sri Lanka through financial support of $ 50,000 and a donation of 25,000 cases of tuna cans.
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December 01, 2025
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HNB backs first-ever IBSL National Banking and Finance Conference 2025
Becomes Platinum sponsor and Official Banking Partner
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December 01, 2025
Daily FT
Sri Lanka's blow hot and cold batting – a recipe for disaster in T20 World Cup
■ Batting continues to be Achilles' heel ■ Lack of cricket sense the downfall
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December 01, 2025
Daily FT
Short-end yields drift higher as long end remains anchored
Foreign holdings of Rupee treasuries increase Total money market liquidity increases
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December 01, 2025
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Be warned: Deepfakes are on increase in attacking financial institutions
GENERATIVE Artificial Intelligence or GenAI has been a useful tool for people to create new content, such as text, images, and or music, by learning the patterns from vast datasets.
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December 01, 2025
Daily FT
Cyclone Ditwah not an exception
OUR country is once again facing a national tragedy. Cyclone Ditwah has torn through the country with devastating force, unleashing floods and landslides that have taken over 300 lives to date and displaced tens of thousands. Entire districts remain underwater. Homes, bridges, hospitals, and livelihoods have been swept away in a matter of hours. Families wait on rooftops for rescue teams that are stretched far beyond their limits. In every sense, this is an unfolding humanitarian emergency.
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December 01, 2025
Daily FT
FTZMA, Sri Lanka Customs conduct awareness session on ASYHUB implementation
THE Free Trade Zone Manufacturers' Association (FTZMA), the sole trade chamber representing enterprises operating under the Board of Investment (BOI), successfully partnered with Sri Lanka Customs to conduct an in-depth awareness session on the ASYHUB Digital Customs Platform on 25 November, at the FTZMA Auditorium in the Katunayake Export Processing Zone.
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December 01, 2025
Daily FT
US announces $ 2 m in aid, expresses solidarity with Sri Lanka
THE US has announced $2 million in emergency assistance to support Sri Lanka's response to Cyclone Ditwah, as the storm continues to cause heavy flooding, landslides, and mounting humanitarian needs across the country.
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December 01, 2025
Daily FT
Double down to tackle Sri Lanka's freshwater tsunami
THE death toll of Cyclone Ditwah is over 300 and counting. Hundreds more have gone missing. Tens of thousands have been rendered homeless. People have lost their lives. Thousands mourn the loss of friends and families. And an entire population grieves and wonders when and how livelihoods will be restored, the displaced provided alternative housing. They wonder how long food, medical, power and communications infrastructure will remain disrupted.
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December 01, 2025
Daily FT
India intensifies support to Sri Lanka under Operation Sagar Bandhu
INDIA has further scaled up its humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka under 'Operation Sagar Bandhu,' as the island continues to face severe flooding, landslides, and widespread devastation in the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah.
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December 01, 2025
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Australia commits AUD 1 m for urgent relief
AUSTRALIA has announced AUD 1 million in humanitarian assistance to support Sri Lanka's response to Cyclone Ditwah, with High Commissioner Matthew Duckworth saying Canberra \"stands with Sri Lanka at this devastating time\" as more than 1 million people are reported affected across all districts.
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December 01, 2025
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Japan PM offers condolences, emergency relief and sends assessment team
JAPANESE Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has issued the following statement following the devastating effects of Cyclone Ditwah on Sri Lanka:
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December 01, 2025
Daily FT
Big businesses must reform now
SRI Lanka is entering a new chapter. The country is trying to recover from one of the most severe economic crises in its modern history. The new Government has begun important reforms to stabilise the economy, strengthen public institutions, and improve transparency. These steps matter. But they are not enough on their own. The private sector also needs to change and help mend the broken nation if the country is to move forward.
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