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Julie Chung urges bold reforms at 9th AGM of SL-USA Business Council
US Ambassador Julie Chung last week cautioned Sri Lanka risked falling behind without bold reforms and structural change as the global economy is becoming increasingly competitive.
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August 06, 2025
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eMarketingEye creates history at Hashtag Asia Awards 2025
IN a moment that solidified its leadership in digital marketing, eMarketingEye (EME) emerged triumphant at the Hashtag Asia Awards 2025, the most prestigious platform for social media excellence in Asia.
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August 06, 2025
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From toe-hold to freehold: Zionist occupation strategies-unlimited
WHEN Trump arrogantly suggested that the neighbouring Arab States should absorb the Gaza population as a solution to Israel’s decimation of Gaza, he announced what discerning persons the world over, had already perceived.
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August 06, 2025
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SLIM and Mastercard forge strategic collaboration to elevate Sri Lankan brands on global stage
THE Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) has announced a strategic collaboration with Mastercard a technology leader in the global payments industry. This association marks a bold step forward in supporting Sri Lanka’s business ecosystem through brand and payment innovation. By combining the credibility and influence of SLIM Brand Excellence with Mastercard’s technological leadership, this collaboration aims to unlock new levels of value for enterprises across sectors.
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August 06, 2025
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FDI inflows: Moving beyond numbers
LAST month, the BOI announced that Sri Lanka registered a remarkable 101% year-on-year surge in realised Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows during the first half of 2025, reaching about $ 507 million.
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August 06, 2025
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Uber Springboard 2025 concludes; five local startups to Hyderabad
UBER, the international ride-hailing and delivery platform, recently held the second edition of its Uber Springboard initiative.
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August 06, 2025
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Sri Lanka Junior International Badminton Series 2025 kicks off in Gampaha
THE Sri Lanka Junior International Badminton Series 2025 commenced, followed by a grand opening ceremony at the New Saniro Sports Complex in Naiwala, Gampaha yesterday.
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August 06, 2025
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New delimitation committee appointed to update administrative divisions
THE Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved the appointment of a new delimitation committee to review and update administrative boundaries for Divisional Secretariat (DS) divisions and Grama Niladhari (GN) divisions.
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August 06, 2025
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Dr. Darshana Jayasinghe launches Sri Lanka’s first influencer marketing model
DR. Darshana Jayasinghe has introduced Sri Lanka’s first empirically tested model for influencer marketing.
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August 06, 2025
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Cabinet cuts MPs' insurance cover to Rs. 250,000
THE Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved reducing the group insurance cover for Members of Parliament from Rs. 1 million to Rs. 250,000 per Parliamentary year, effective from the next insurance year starting 9 October 2025.
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August 06, 2025
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Governor General of Australia Samantha Joy Mostyn arrives today
THE Governor General of Australia Samantha Joy Mostyn is scheduled to undertake an official visit to Sri Lanka today.
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August 06, 2025
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ComBank Rs. 15 b debut Green Bond issue supported by GGGI
THE Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) provided technical support to the Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC (CBC), which successfully issued its debut green bond, raising Rs. 15 billion to finance sustainable projects in sectors such as renewable energy.
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August 06, 2025
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Delusion of fund raising: How a group of electrical engineers is starving power sector of investment
THE amendments to the Electricity Act No. 36 of 2024 will be debated in Parliament today (6 August) and will likely pass with a majority of votes, due to the NPP voting block. During the run-up to the parliamentary debate, the amendments, and its custodian, Pubudu Niroshan, the Director General of the Power Sector Reform Secretariat (PSRS), has managed to unify almost all the sector participants in opposition.
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August 06, 2025
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CoPF eases outward investment rules, tightens SOE borrowing under new reforms
IN a bid to promote cross-border expansion of Sri Lankan enterprises, the Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) has approved updated guidelines on outward investments, raising investment thresholds and simplifying processes for local companies to venture overseas.
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August 05, 2025
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Oh Rugby, thy Kingdom come to Kandy
IT'S official now that Kandy becomes the new reigning Kingdom of Schools Rugby in Sri Lanka, for the first time since 2013, when Dharmaraja College took the Crown to the Hills. Considering that it was a very young team that was groomed with exceptional rugby skills in attack and defence, way much more than what their natural physical capacity is intended for, Colombo should be warned that the Monarchy is not shifting down to Sea level any time soon, at least not as long as Fazil Marija is Head Coach.
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August 05, 2025
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Parate execution will sound death knell to many construction companies
CHAMBER of Construction Industry of Sri Lanka Presently the banks are moving at an unprecedented pace to auction the properties mortgaged by construction companies as collaterals to raise funds for working capital, to buy equipment, to obtain required bonds and guarantees and also to meet expenditure when construction activities were in limbo.
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August 05, 2025
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Sri Lanka open Asia Cup campaign against BD on 13 September
Two group matches at Abu Dhabi, one at Dubai
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August 05, 2025
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Ranithma clinches All England Junior Championship title in dominant fashion
Extensively supported by McLarens, young Sri Lankan star shines in Birmingham
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August 05, 2025
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Yields steady; activity zooms in on short end of curve
THE Secondary Bond market yesterday kicked off the week on a subdued note as yields were seen holding broadly steady while activity centred on the short end of the yield curve.
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August 05, 2025
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Rent-A-Car Association of Sri Lanka welcomes new DMT facility at BIA for tourists
THE Rent-A-Car Association of Sri Lanka has welcomed the timely and progressive initiative by the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) to open a dedicated office at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake for the issuance of International Driving Permits (IDPs) to foreign nationals arriving in the country.
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August 05, 2025
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SpaceX - Starlink appoints Singer as authorised retailer in Sri Lanka
US-BASED SpaceX has appointed Singer Sri Lanka, the nation's leading consumer electronics and home appliances retailer, as the authorised retailer of Starlink in Sri Lanka.
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August 05, 2025
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With biggest markets at doorstep, Sri Lanka in a sweet spot: Kishore Mahbubani
ONE of Asia’s most widely known commentators and spokespeople, Prof. Kishore Mahbubani last week in Colombo said strategically located Sri Lanka is at a sweet spot to benefit from the world’s biggest markets at its doorstep, provided there are consistent policies, a collective effort, and smarter geopolitical scaling.
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August 05, 2025
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Ceylon Chamber of Coconut Industries applauds Govt. for securing 20% US tariff rate
THE Ceylon Chamber of Coconut Industries in a statement extended its ‘sincere appreciation’ to President Anura Kumara Disanayake and the negotiating team for securing a reduced 20% reciprocal tariff from the US.
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August 05, 2025
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ComBank’s Rs. 15 b Green Bond issue oversubscribed on opening day
THE Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC yesterday announced that investors had demonstrated overwhelming support for its green lending aspirations by oversubscribing the bank’s Rs. 15 billion Green Bond issue on its opening day yesterday.
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August 05, 2025
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Empire Teas to celebrate 25 years with global business partners
THIS August, tea export company Empire Teas will celebrate 25 years by inviting business partners from across the world for a heartfelt celebration in Sri Lanka. From 7-9 August, guests will enjoy a curated tea journey from behind-the-scenes tours to lush plantations and a grand Gala Dinner to honour the friendships that have powered the company’s success.
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August 05, 2025
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C Rugby to kick off on 30 Aug.
THE much-looked forward eighth edition of the AGOAL-organised C Rugby Tournament will kick off at the CR & FC Ground in Longdon Place on 30 August.
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August 05, 2025
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Dialog Enhances 5G Roaming, Now Covering 70 Countries and 150 Global Mobile Operators
DIALOG Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider, has expanded its 5G roaming footprint to 70 countries in collaboration with 150 global mobile operators — reinforcing its commitment to delivering seamless mobile connectivity and high-speed data access for Sri Lankan travellers, whether flying for business or leisure.
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August 05, 2025
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Softlogic and India's ATUL Auto to introduce new range of commercial vehicles in SL
DIVERSIFIED conglomerate Softlogic Holdings PLC said it has entered into a strategic partnership with ATUL Auto Limited, India's fastest-growing three-wheeler manufacturer, to introduce a new range of commercial vehicles to the Sri Lankan market.
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August 05, 2025
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Trump tariff concessions advantageous but challenges formidable, warns Karu Jayasuriya
NMSJ Leader Karu Jayasuriya says Sri Lanka's manufacturing sector is one of least productive sectors Asserts manufacturing sector is beset by high electricity tariffs, too many holidays and strikes
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August 05, 2025
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Sysco LABS supports Sri Lanka's inaugural BSides Cybersecurity Conference
SYSCO LABS was the Strategic Partner of 'BSides Sri Lanka 2025,' the country's first-ever community-driven cybersecurity conference.
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