Category: Business and Economy

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Arun Hemachandra had a meeting with Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade of Viet Nam, Nguyen Sinh Nhat Tan, at the Consulate of Viet Nam in Kunming, Yunnan, China recently. The discussion focused on further strengthening Sri Lanka–Viet Nam relations, especially in the context of the recent high level visits…

Sea Master Group inaugurated its second Integrated Logistics Centre (ILC) on Thursday (11), in Hendala, Wattala, strengthening Sri Lanka’s logistics infrastructure and reinforcing its vision of becoming a regional logistics hub. The facility is strategically located just 8 to 9 kilometres from the Port of Colombo, offering customers faster and more efficient access to port-related…

The Tokyo Cement Mangrove Conservation Project has reached a significant milestone with the planting of 100,000 mangrove saplings along Sri Lanka’s coastline, marking a meaningful contribution on World Environment Day. This achievement reflects the long-standing collaboration between Tokyo Cement, the Sri Lanka Navy, local fishing communities, and likeminded conservation groups. The Tokyo Cement mangrove restoration…

Scan Jumbo Peanut concluded the 9th edition of the much-awaited ‘Scan Jumbo Bonanza’ consumer promotion, rewarding 50 lucky winners at a celebration held on June 10, at the Grand Oriental Hotel. Organised by the Scan Products Division of C.W. Mackie PLC, the event was attended by winners from different parts of the country together with…

The Sri Lanka Chamber of Small and Medium Industries (SLCSMI) and the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka (NCCSL)  have jointly announced the National SME Revival Programme, a forum dedicated to identifying practical challenges, opportunities and strategic pathways for the growth and sustainability of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across Sri Lanka. The…

Classic Travel has partnered with Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts as the Official Travel Partner for the exclusive culinary showcase featuring internationally acclaimed chef, author, and television personality Theo Michaels. Hosted at Cinnamon Grand Colombo, until the 14th of June 2026, the event brings vibrant flavours and traditions of Greek cuisine to Sri Lanka through a specially curated dining…

Toyota Lanka continues to shape the future of automotive ownership in Sri Lanka through a commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer care. Yet, our story has never been defined solely by vehicles. It has been shaped by the people who drive them, the families who rely on them, and the trust that has connected generations…

The Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management (SLITHM), the apex government institution for tourism and hospitality education operating under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, marked a significant milestone on June 8, with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Central Academy of Culture and Tourism Administration…

Sri Lanka has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting decent work, strengthening labour rights, and enhancing social protection during the 114th Session of the International Labour Conference currently underway in Geneva, Switzerland. Minister of Labour and Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando, who is attending the conference from June 1 to 12,…

Sri Lanka and Japan have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral economic relations through structured engagement aimed at improving the investment climate and addressing investor concerns. The Board of Investment (BOI) of Sri Lanka convened the Fourth Working-Level Meeting of the Japan–Sri Lanka Committee on Business Environment on June 2 in Colombo in collaboration with…