Nairobi Briefing Promotes Sri Lanka Expo and Business Partnerships
Sri Lanka’s High Commission in Nairobi held a briefing on Sri Lanka Expo 2027 on 25 September, bringing together approximately 180 participants to discuss trade and investment opportunities. The event took place at Britam Towers in partnership with Equity Bank Kenya. Participants represented government, business chambers, trade and investment agencies, financial institutions, logistics and technology…
‘People’s Remittance – Doodaru Pranama’ promotional campaign rewards children of overseas workers
People’s Bank has launched the ‘People’s Remittance – Doodaru Pranama’ Promotional Campaign in celebration of World Children’s Day, offering children of Sri Lankan Expatriates an opportunity to win attractive prizes while encouraging families to build a secure financial future for their children. Under this special promotion campaign, children who open an Ethera Udana Personal Foreign…
CSE and Commercial Bank partner to accelerate Sri Lankan enterprise growth
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC (Commercial Bank) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) recently to foster enterprise development, facilitate capital formation and enhance collaboration across several strategic areas. The agreement arises from a mutual recognition of the opportunities to expand access by providing a platform to support SMEs and…
Central Bank of Sri Lanka Inaugurates The Financial Literacy Month – 2026
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) inaugurates the Financial Literacy Month – 2026 (FinLit Month) on 08 October 2026, commencing with “FinLit Expo – Colombo” at the Centre for Banking Studies, Rajagiriya. This national programme brings together a range of interventions across the island to strengthen financial knowledge, promote responsible financial behaviour and advance…
Government exploring legal action against companies restricting fuel supplies – Minister
The Government plans to seek legal advice against private fuel companies under the terms of agreements and the powers vested in the Ministry under the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) Act, if they attempt to restrict fuel supplies, Energy, Ports and Civil Aviation Minister Anura Karunathilake told Parliament. Responding to questions raised by Samagi Jana Balawegaya…
NCE–CanCham forum boosts Sri Lanka–Canada trade
The National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE), in partnership with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Sri Lanka (CanCham), convened the Sri Lanka–Canada Trade, Investment & Market Access Forum on September 21 at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo, bringing together exporters, policymakers, diplomatic representatives, and business leaders to examine opportunities and challenges in expanding…
ComBank unveils ‘Prestige’ Banking to empower clients craft their legacy for growth
The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has reaffirmed its commitment to providing a bespoke banking experience with the launch of ‘Prestige’ for Sri Lanka’s High Net worth (HNW) clientele. Bringing together the full weight and capabilities of Sri Lanka’s largest private sector bank, the initiative sets a new benchmark in bespoke financial services across the region,…
DFCC Bank Achieves ISO 22301:2019 Certification
DFCC Bank has achieved ISO 22301:2019 certification for its Business Continuity Management System (BCMS), reinforcing its commitment to maintaining critical banking services and protecting customer interests during unexpected disruptions. The internationally recognised certification validates the Bank’s business continuity framework, confirming that its governance, risk management, contingency planning, and response mechanisms meet global best practices for…
NDB directors seek foreign firm’s assistance to recover defrauded funds
Media reports indicate that National Development Bank (NDB) is preparing to engage a foreign specialist firm to recover funds and digital assets identified through a forensic audit into the massive internal financial fraud amounting to Rs. 13.69 billion at NDB. Meanwhile, it is also reported that the final forensic audit report prepared by Deloitte Touche…
Cabinet clears Rs. 511.78 m contract for wastewater network at Batticaloa textile investment zone
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved awarding of a contract to build the internal wastewater collection network and pumping system at the Textile Manufacturing Investment Zone in the Punnai Kuda area of the Eravurpattu Divisional Secretariat Division, Batticaloa District. On 2 November 2020, the Cabinet had earlier approved the development of infrastructure facilities in the…